Kalotta

Kalotta represents a variation of the name Charlotte. It has its roots in Old High German and is translated as 'the Free One'.

What does the name Kalotta mean?

Kalotta is a variation of Charlotte. The name has its origins in Old High German and means 'the Free One'. Like the spelling variant Calotta, Kalotta is also a very rare girl's name.

Where does the name Kalotta come from?

The name Kalotta is derived as a variant of Charlotte from the Old High German name Karl. This likely traces back to the Proto-Germanic word karaz (man) as well as its diminutive form karlaz (young, little man), which further developed into karal (man, husband, beloved). In Middle Low German, the term 'Kerl' emerged from these roots, which was used in the Middle Ages for 'free citizen' or 'free man'. Therefore, names that stem from Carl/Karl are often attributed the meaning 'the Free One'.

How do you pronounce Kalotta?

The pronunciation of Kalotta is three syllables and rhythmically clearly structured. In German, the name is usually pronounced as 'Ka-LOT-ta' [kaˈlɔta], with the emphasis on the middle syllable creating a distinctive sound axis. The double 't' reinforces the structure in the second syllable. The open ending '-a' sounds soft and round, giving Kalotta a lively, powerful aura – present, feminine, and with clear contours.

When is the name day of Kalotta?

The name day for Kalotta is celebrated on July 17.

Popularity

In Germany, the name Kalotta enjoys a certain popularity. Currently, it ranks 2,107th on the list of the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2016 at 1,184th. Over the last ten years, Kalotta has been given as a first name about 140 times, securing it the 2,004th place in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 2,115th.

Nicknames & pet names

Kalotti / Lotta / Lotti

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