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Calina

kah-LEE-nah

Letters6
Syllables3
OriginPolish

The Story of Calina

This name sings with Slavic charm and Polish grace, evoking images of blooming nature and a spirit that’s both strong and sweet.

Calina gracefully bridges potential origins, most notably as a variant of the Slavic Kalina, meaning 'viburnum' or 'cranberry bush,' a symbol of beauty and nature. It may also echo Caroline, a name of Germanic roots meaning 'free man.' This melodious name found its voice in the late twentieth century, traveling from Eastern European roots to find appreciation in many lands for its gentle strength and natural charm.

Saying 'Calina' feels like tasting a ripe berry, a name that is both delicate and full of life. It suggests a daughter who is strong, perhaps with the quiet resilience of a wild bush, yet also possesses a natural sweetness. When you write 'Calina' on a gift tag, the flowing script will feel as natural and lovely as the bloom it may represent.

What It Means

Calina is a name with multiple possible origins. It could be a variant of Kalina (Slavic, meaning 'viburnum' or 'cranberry bush'), or a diminutive of Caroline.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Personality Traits

BeautifulStrongIndependent

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#39 in 2018

Total Births

753

First Recorded

1976

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