Caliyah Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkah-LEE-yah / /kəˈliː.jə/Arabic; English
Meaning
Caliyah (Arabic: 'noble'); Caliyah (English: 'variation of Kaliyah')
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, the name Caliyah signifies nobility and high status, reflecting a long tradition of valuing honor and respect. In English-speaking contexts, it is often viewed as a modern variation of names like Kaliyah, which have gained popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Kaliyah
- Caliah
- Kalia
International Variants
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Famous people named Caliyah
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Fictional characters named Caliyah
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Caliyah was first seen in the United States in 1994. Caliyah has ranked as high as #1280 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in Florida, Georgia, Texas, Illinois, and California. In the past 5 years the name Caliyah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Caliyah (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 13 | |
| FL | 9 | |
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 19 |
| 2001 | 30 |
| 2002 | 41 |
| 2003 | 44 |
| 2004 | 45 |
| 2005 | 61 |
| 2006 | 45 |
| 2007 | 62 |
| 2008 | 66 |
| 2009 | 69 |
| 2010 | 79 |
| 2011 | 97 |
| 2012 | 100 |
| 2013 | 80 |
| 2014 | 98 |
| 2015 | 97 |
| 2016 | 104 |
| 2017 | 106 |
| 2018 | 101 |
| 2019 | 98 |
| 2020 | 94 |
| 2021 | 97 |
| 2022 | 82 |
| 2023 | 87 |
| 2024 | 80 |