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The name Kaloyan is a boy's name meaning "handsome John".

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A popular name in its native Bulgaria, Kaloyan comes from the Greek words kalos Ioannis, meaning "handsome John". It was used as a nickname for Tsar Ivan I of Bulgaria which eventually became the name he is best known by. With its handsome sound, cool nicknames and trendy -n ending, Kaloyan is an attractive choice.

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The name Kaloyan peaked for boys at #9211 in 2014.

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