Kaladin

“The name of a protagonist who represents resilience and leadership in Brandon Sanderson's 'The Stormlight Archive' serie”

Fantasy origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#1720US 2023

97Births / yr

↓Falling

272All-time births

📅 Since 201200

How to pronounce Kaladin

KAL·ud·IN

/ˈkæl.əd.ˈɪn/ · stress on KAL · 4 syllables

“The name of a protagonist who represents resilience and leadership in Brandon Sanderson's 'The Stormlight Archive' serie”

Fantasy origin · Boy name

What does Kaladin mean and where does it come from?

Kaladin is a fictional name created by author Brandon Sanderson for his epic fantasy series 'The Stormlight Archive.' The name is synonymous with strength, bravery, and sacrifice, representing a character who evolves from a slave to a leader. While not originating from a real-world culture, its popu

Cultural significance

Kaladin has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Fantasy-speaking communities, where it reflects values of the name of a protagonist who represents resilience and leadership in brandon sanderson's 'the stormlight archive' serie.

Peak popularity

Reached #2268 in 2020 — currently #1720 in the US.

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How else can you spell Kaladin?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Caladin

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Kaladin?

Kaladin works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Kaladin Grace

How popular is Kaladin right now?

Falling — down 168 spots — currently #1720 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#1720 · Top 1.3%

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1720	97	▼ down 168 · -16% births
2022	#1552	115	▲ up 355 · +44% births
2021	#1907	80	▲ up 361 · +33% births
2020	#2268	60	▲ up 3227 · +253% births
2015	#5495	17	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kaladin

Best Year2022Rank #1552

Peak Count115

Average Rank#2588

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20235 years

The story of Kaladin

Kaladin is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2012. With 272 total births recorded, Kaladin remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #5495 in 2015 to #1720 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Kaladin in 2020:

Liam Noah Oliver Elijah William

💎Kaladin has only 272 total recorded births since 2012 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Kaladin?

Common

KalKalieKalyAdin

What names sound and feel like Kaladin?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Kaladin also consider these

Caladin

Literary Fiction · Fictional

Paladin

France · Heroic champion

Saladin

Arabic · the righteous one

Aladin

Arabic · the nobility of

Kalani

Hawaii · Hawaiian

Alazdin

Arabic · A Arabic name

Kallin

American · Derived from 'Cailín',

Kalmin

Scottish · Scottish Gaelic

Common questions about the name Kaladin

What does the name Kaladin mean?

Kaladin means "The name of a protagonist who represents resilience and leadership in Brandon Sanderson's 'The Stormlight Archive' serie" — a name rooted in Fantasy tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Kaladin?

Kaladin is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Kaladin have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Kaladin?

Kaladin originates from Fantasy tradition. Fantasy names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Kaladin?

Kaladin is a four-syllable name pronounced K AE1 L AH0 D IH1 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Kaladin?

Kaladin pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Fantasy heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.