Kalie Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAY-lee / /ˈkeɪli/English; variant of Kaylee
Meaning
Pure; slender
Historical & Cultural Background
Kalie is often considered a modern variation of the name Kaylee, which has gained popularity in English-speaking countries. The name Kaylee itself is derived from the Irish name Caela, meaning 'slender' or 'fair.' Kalie has emerged as a unique spelling variant, appealing to parents looking for contemporary names. It reflects a trend towards creative spellings in baby names.
Trend Summary
Kalie has seen a rise in popularity in the United States, particularly in the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kailie
- Kaylee
- Kaili
International Variants
- Caela (Irish)
- Kailani (Hawaiian)
Famous people named Kalie
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Fictional characters named Kalie
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kalie was first seen in the United States in 1969. Kalie has ranked as high as #1000 nationally, which occurred in 1998, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Ohio, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Kalie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kalie (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1977 | 16 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 14 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 22 |
| 1983 | 24 |
| 1984 | 64 |
| 1985 | 80 |
| 1986 | 134 |
| 1987 | 123 |
| 1988 | 147 |
| 1989 | 160 |
| 1990 | 204 |
| 1991 | 208 |
| 1992 | 211 |
| 1993 | 220 |
| 1994 | 240 |
| 1995 | 215 |
| 1996 | 235 |
| 1997 | 206 |
| 1998 | 265 |
| 1999 | 215 |
| 2000 | 209 |
| 2001 | 183 |
| 2002 | 175 |
| 2003 | 178 |
| 2004 | 169 |
| 2005 | 169 |
| 2006 | 148 |
| 2007 | 159 |
| 2008 | 105 |
| 2009 | 90 |
| 2010 | 83 |
| 2011 | 74 |
| 2012 | 55 |
| 2013 | 53 |
| 2014 | 54 |
| 2015 | 58 |
| 2016 | 38 |
| 2017 | 38 |
| 2018 | 49 |
| 2019 | 38 |
| 2020 | 32 |
| 2021 | 27 |
| 2022 | 30 |
| 2023 | 19 |
| 2024 | 21 |