Kaleesi Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkah-LEE-see / /kəˈliːsi/English; invented
Meaning
queen; derived from 'khaleesi' in fictional context
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kaleesi is derived from the fictional title 'Khaleesi' in the 'A Song of Ice and Fire' series by George R.R. Martin, popularized by the television adaptation 'Game of Thrones'. In the context of the series, 'Khaleesi' refers to the wife of a Khal, a leader of a nomadic warrior tribe. The term has no historical roots outside of this fictional universe, making it a modern invention. Its use has grown in contemporary culture due to the series' global impact.
Trend Summary
The name has seen a rise in usage following the popularity of the associated television series.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Khalessi
- Khalisi
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kaleesi was first seen in the United States in 2011. Kaleesi has ranked as high as #1356 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in California, Florida, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Kaleesi has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kaleesi (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 30 |
| 2013 | 24 |
| 2014 | 39 |
| 2015 | 30 |
| 2016 | 28 |
| 2017 | 27 |
| 2018 | 23 |
| 2019 | 29 |
| 2020 | 20 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2023 | 18 |
| 2024 | 26 |