Calida
KAH-lee-dah
Calida is a girl’s name of Latin origin, meaning “Latin name meaning "warm" or "fervent."”, and peaked in popularity in 1982.
What Calida Means
“Latin name meaning "warm" or "fervent."”
The Story of Calida
Imagine a name that feels like the first warm sunbeam after a long winter, a name whispered by ancient Romans.
Calida traces its roots to the Latin language, where it directly translates to 'warm' or 'fervent.' This name, though its peak popularity was in the early 1980s, carries the echoes of classical warmth.
For your daughter, Calida suggests a spirit that radiates kindness and passion. You imagine her having a heart that feels deeply and expresses that feeling with an open, comforting warmth that draws others to her.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#12 in 1982
Total Births
36
First Recorded
1977
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