Speaker, interlocutor, or one who talks to God
Derived from the Arabic root k-l-m, meaning 'to speak'. In Islamic tradition, it is famously associated with the title 'Kalim Allah' (the one who spoke with God), referring to the prophet Moses. It conveys a sense of eloquence and divine communication.
Less common today
Kalim isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,703 in 1995.
Renowned Pakistani English-language poet and journalist
Cheerful and wealthy student leader of Scarabia · Disney Twisted-Wonderland
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
