UK boy's name
Kamen
Of Slavic origin, meaning "stone" or "precious gem".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2009. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Kamen is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Kamen popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2009 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4527, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1996, with 13 births.
This profile covers 62 England and Wales registrations across 9 recorded years from 1996 to 2009. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 23% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 61 living people in the UK are called Kamen. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2010 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Kamen ranked #4527 for boys in England and Wales in 2009, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1996, when 13 boys were registered as Kamen.
- • About 61 living people in the UK are estimated to have Kamen as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4527
2009
Births in 2009
3
Latest year
Peak year
1996
13 births
Estimated living
61
2026
Meaning
What does Kamen mean?
The given name Kamen originates from the Slavic languages, particularly Bulgarian and Russian. It is derived from the word "kamen," which means "stone" or "rock" in these languages. The name can be traced back to the early medieval period, around the 9th or 10th century, when the Slavic peoples inhabited the regions of Eastern Europe and the Balkans.
In the ancient Slavic cultures, stones and rocks held significant symbolic value, representing strength, durability, and a connection to the earth. Naming a child Kamen was often seen as a way to imbue them with these qualities and provide them with a sense of resilience and fortitude.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kamen can be found in the Novgorod Birch Bark documents, a collection of ancient Slavic writings from the 11th to 15th centuries. These documents mention individuals bearing the name, suggesting its usage during that time period.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Kamen. One of the most renowned was Kamen Omurtag (reigned 814-831), a Bulgarian khan from the First Bulgarian Empire. He was known for his military conquests and for fortifying the capital city of Pliska with impressive stone walls.
Another prominent individual was Kamen Georgiev (1924-1986), a Bulgarian film director and screenwriter who made significant contributions to the country's cinema during the 20th century. His works often explored themes of social justice and the lives of ordinary people.
In the realm of literature, Kamen Kalchev (1923-1988) was a celebrated Bulgarian poet and writer. He is best known for his poetry collections, which delved into themes of love, nature, and the human experience.
Moving to the realm of sports, Kamen Hadzhi (born 1972) is a former Bulgarian football player who represented his country in several international tournaments, including the 1994 FIFA World Cup.
Lastly, Kamen Rider (born 1982) is the stage name of a Japanese professional wrestler, known for his impressive physique and high-flying moves in the ring.
These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who have carried the name Kamen, showcasing its prevalence and significance across various cultures and disciplines.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Kamen over time
The chart below shows babies named Kamen registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2009. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Kamen, the clearest high point is 1996. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2009, compared with 13 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Kamen by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Kamen was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #2904 | 23 | 5 |
| 1990s | #1393 | 39 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Kamen
- Kieran 30,429
- Kyle 28,463
- Kai 24,432
- Kian 17,666
- Kayden 8,305
- Kevin 7,927
- Kane 7,149
- Kaiden 5,762
- Kieron 4,547
- Kacper 4,366
- Kye 4,012
- Kit 3,529
FAQ
Kamen: questions and answers
How popular is the name Kamen in the UK right now?
In 2009, Kamen was ranked #4527 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Kamen most popular?
The peak year on record was 1996, with 13 babies registered as Kamen in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Kamen?
Of Slavic origin, meaning "stone" or "precious gem".
How many people are called Kamen in the UK?
A total of 62 babies have been registered as Kamen across the 9 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.