What does Kazimierz mean and where does it come from?
Kazimierz is a traditional Polish name derived from the Slavic elements 'kaziti' meaning 'to ruin' and 'mir' meaning 'peace' or 'world'. It has historical significance in Poland, with several kings and notable figures bearing the name, including Saint Casimir, a Polish prince and patron saint of Pol
Cultural significance
Kazimierz has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Poland-speaking communities, where it reflects values of the one who governs peace.
Peak popularity
Reached #2799 in 1915 — currently #10272 in the US.
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Kazimierz works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Kazimierz Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Kazimierz Rose
Floral · soft ending
Kazimierz Mae
Sweet · timeless
Kazimierz Claire
French influence · crisp
Kazimierz Jane
Literary · strong
Kazimierz Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Kazimierz right now?
Falling — down 5703 spots — currently #10272 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2021 | #10272 | 7 | ▼ down 5703 · +40% births |
| 1920 | #4569 | 5 | ▼ down 1770 · -44% births |
| 1915 | #2799 | 9 | — |
The story of Kazimierz
Kazimierz entered American naming records in 1914 and has been in use for over 110 years. With 64 total births recorded, Kazimierz remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #2799 in 1915, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10272 in 2021.
Names that peaked alongside Kazimierz in 1915:
Kazimierz by decade
| Decade | Births | |
|---|
| 1910s ★ | 33 | |
| 1920s | 11 | |
| 1960s | 5 | |
| 2000s | 5 | |
| 2010s | 10 | |
💎Kazimierz has only 64 total recorded births since 1914 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
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Common questions about the name Kazimierz
What does the name Kazimierz mean?
Kazimierz means "The one who governs peace" — a name rooted in Poland 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 Kazimierz?
Kazimierz is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Kazimierz have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Kazimierz?
Kazimierz originates from Poland tradition. Poland names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Kazimierz?
Kazimierz pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Poland heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Kazimierz trending right now?
Kazimierz is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.