Kalju: Name day

Name day

Kalju's name day is August 3 in Estonia.

Kalju’s Estonian Roots and Global Presence

Kalju is a uniquely Estonian name, rarely found outside of Estonian-American communities or the Estonian diaspora. It originated as part of a national awakening movement in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, intended to create distinctly Estonian names. The name evokes a sense of strength and resilience, rooted in the Estonian landscape. It is almost exclusively a masculine name, firmly established as such within Estonian culture. Kalju carries a mood of stoicism and groundedness, suggesting a serious and thoughtful personality. Its usage has fluctuated with Estonia’s history, but it remains a symbol of Estonian identity.

Name Day List: Kalju

Country	Day	Month	Names
Estonia	3	August	Kalju, Kaljo