Cali Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAH-lee / /ˈkɑːli/Latin; Greek
Meaning
Latin: 'beautiful'; Greek: 'from the woods'
Historical & Cultural Background
Cali is often considered a modern name derived from the Latin word 'calidus', meaning warm or beautiful. It has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in the United States. The name is sometimes associated with the city of California, which may contribute to its appeal. Additionally, Cali can be seen as a diminutive of names like Calum or Caleb.
Trend Summary
Cali has seen a steady increase in popularity as a given name for boys in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Cally
- Kali
International Variants
- Cali (Spanish)
- Kali (Sanskrit)
Famous people named Cali
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cali was first seen in the United States in 1979. Cali has ranked as high as #1305 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Georgia, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Cali has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Cali (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 6 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 24 |
| 2015 | 30 |
| 2016 | 32 |
| 2017 | 25 |
| 2018 | 36 |
| 2019 | 35 |
| 2020 | 51 |
| 2021 | 25 |
| 2022 | 27 |
| 2023 | 26 |
| 2024 | 14 |