Kalix
2025 SSA
About Kalix
Kalix is a modern-sounding masculine name with several possible origins. It may be a variant spelling of Calix, which comes from the Latin word for 'chalice' or 'cup,' often with religious connotations. Alternatively, it could be related to the Greek 'kallos' meaning 'beauty' or could be inspired by Kalix, a town in northern Sweden. The name has a contemporary, dynamic feel with its strong 'K' beginning and distinctive 'x' ending. Kalix remains relatively uncommon as a personal name, giving it a unique quality appealing to parents seeking something distinctive yet accessible. Its brevity and crisp sound make it easy to pronounce across different languages, while its unusual character ensures it stands out.
Pronounced KAY-liks.
As of October 2026, Kalix ranked #3898 for boys in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #3391 for boys in 2019.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | #3,391 | 34 | 18.9 |
| 2020 | #4,625 | 21 | 12.2 |
| 2021 | #4,852 | 20 | 11.4 |
| 2022 | #4,933 | 20 | 11.5 |
| 2023 | #3,446 | 34 | 19.9 |
| 2024 | #4,622 | 22 | 12.8 |
| 2025 | #3,898 | 28 | 16.4 |