Kalan is a male name with English origins. It is pronounced as KAY-luhn (/ˈkeɪlən/). Variations of the name include Kaelan and Kallen. In the United States, Kalan has been given to a moderate number of newborns over the years. While its popularity has fluctuated, it has remained within the top 5000 names for boys. The name Kalan carries no specific cultural or historical associations, allowing it to be a unique choice for parents looking for something less traditional yet still familiar-sounding.
Richard Kalan Porter is a Canadian former singer-songwriter and winner of Canadian Idol in 2004, known for his classical training in violin and viola and his best-selling debut single "Awake in a Dream." |