What is the origin of the name Kaaliyah?

Kaaliyah is a name of Arabic origin.

How popular is the name Kaaliyah?

Kaaliyah is currently ranked #7743 in the United States and is stable in popularity.

How do you pronounce Kaaliyah?

Kaaliyah is pronounced kah-LEE-ah.

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GirlArabic

Kaaliyah

kah-LEE-ah

Popularity

#7743

stable

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Arabic

Total Births

413

Peak Year

#27 in 2002

First Recorded

1994

Style

Modern & Trendy, Strong & Bold

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

A modern name, likely a variation, often linked to 'high', or 'exalted'. Meaning is speculative; often used in African-American naming.

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Kali Lia Ali Kay

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Numerology

The Achiever

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

Nicknames

Kali Lia Ali Kay

Spelling Variations

Kaliya Kalia Kaileah

Similar Names

Aaliyah Layla Amira Samira

Personality Traits

Strong-willedCreativePassionateIndependent

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