There are
2853
Kalbs in the USA
Kalb is the
11116th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Kalb

Friedrichvon

Friedrich von Kalb was a German military officer who fought in the American Revolutionary War alongside the American colonists.

Heinrichvon

Heinrich von Kalb was a German military officer who fought in the American Revolutionary War and was killed in the Battle of Camden.

HenryKalb

Henry Kalb was a Major League Baseball pitcher who played in the late 19th century.

PaulKalb

Paul Kalb was a German-American painter known for his landscapes and rural scenes.

LottyKalb

Lotty Kalb was an Austrian actress known for her work in German and Austrian films during the early 20th century.

ThomasKalb

Thomas Kalb is a German footballer who has played for various clubs in Germany and Austria.

WalterKalb

Walter Kalb is a German politician who served as a member of the Bundestag.

BenjaminKalb

Benjamin Kalb is an American journalist and author known for his investigative reporting and books on politics and history.

IsabelleKalb

Isabelle Kalb is a French fashion designer who has worked with renowned fashion houses and has her own successful clothing line.

MauriceKalb

Maurice Kalb was a Belgian violinist known for his virtuosic performances and contributions to classical music.

Kalb Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Kalb' is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word 'kalb', meaning 'calf'. It may have originally been a nickname for someone who resembled or worked with calves.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Kalb' is most commonly found in Germany, particularly in the states of Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg. It is also present in other German-speaking countries like Austria and Switzerland.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Kalb' include 'Kahl' and 'Kälber'.
Migration and ImmigrationThere have been instances of migration and immigration of people with the surname 'Kalb', particularly during times of political and economic upheaval in German-speaking regions.