Calia

Q: What is the origin of Calia?

Calia is of Greek origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Calia a girl name?

Calia is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"Beautiful"

Used as a short international name, it is often linked to Greek-rooted notions of beauty and pleasing appearance.

Themes:greekbeautyshortclassic

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Popularity History of Calia

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#2663Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Year

Selected Year Rank

Unranked

Calia did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Calia Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Calia.

8 ideas

caly

Nickname

cali

Nickname

cie

Nickname

alia

Nickname

liay

Nickname

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Baby Name Lists That Include Calia

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Calia mean?

Calia means "Beautiful". Used as a short international name, it is often linked to Greek-rooted notions of beauty and pleasing appearance.

What is the origin of Calia?

Calia is of Greek origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Calia?

According to the latest SSA data, Calia is currently ranked #2663 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Calia a girl name?

Calia is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Calia?

Popular nicknames for Calia include caly, cali, cie, cy, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Calia?

There are many names similar to Calia in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginGreek, Italian

Syllables3

Length5 letters

US Rank#2663

Trend→ Stable

Starts withC

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Andreas Alexzander Alexandro Andrea Alexandre

Sisters

Agnes Angeline Asia Angelia Alexus

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