Viburnum tree or rowan tree
Derived from Slavic roots, Kalina refers to the viburnum tree, which is a significant symbol in Slavic folklore representing love and feminine beauty. In some contexts, it is also associated with the rowan or mountain ash tree, often appearing in traditional songs and poetry.
Less common today
Kalina isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,332 in 2019.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Famous Polish singer and actress
Princess Kalina of Bulgaria, Duchess of Saxony
