Calah Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAY-lah / /ˈkeɪ.lə/Hebrew; Irish
Meaning
Hebrew: 'crown'; Irish: 'pure'
Historical & Cultural Background
Calah is a name with roots in both Hebrew and Irish cultures. In Hebrew, it signifies a crown, symbolizing honor and authority. The Irish interpretation relates to purity, often associated with innocence and clarity. The name is relatively uncommon, which may appeal to parents seeking unique names with meaningful backgrounds.
Trend Summary
Calah has seen limited use in the U.S., maintaining a low profile in terms of popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kaila
- Kayla
International Variants
- Cala (Spanish)
- Kaila (Hawaiian)
Famous people named Calah
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Fictional characters named Calah
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Calah was first seen in the United States in 1981. Calah has ranked as high as #1258 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Calah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Calah
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 13 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 16 |
| 1992 | 18 |
| 1993 | 17 |
| 1994 | 24 |
| 1995 | 17 |
| 1996 | 24 |
| 1997 | 23 |
| 1998 | 24 |
| 1999 | 21 |
| 2000 | 25 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 20 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 18 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 16 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 15 |