Kalilah Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkah-LEE-lah / /kəˈliːlə/Arabic; Hebrew
Meaning
Arabic: 'the most beautiful'; Hebrew: 'crown'
Historical & Cultural Background
Kalilah is derived from the Arabic word 'kalila', which means 'the most beautiful'. In Hebrew, it can be associated with the meaning 'crown'. The name has been used in various cultures, reflecting beauty and nobility. It is relatively uncommon in Western contexts but has gained some popularity in recent years. The name is often chosen for its melodic sound and positive connotations.
Trend Summary
Kalilah has seen a gradual increase in usage in the United States over the past decade.
Similar Names
Variants
- Khalilah
- Kalila
International Variants
- Kalila (Arabic)
- Khalilah (Arabic)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kalilah was first seen in the United States in 1976. Kalilah has ranked as high as #1256 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in Texas, California, New York, Indiana, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Kalilah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kalilah (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 16 | |
| NC | 7 | |
| PA | 6 | |
| WA | 5 | |
| WI | 5 | |
| OH | 5 | |
| TN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1977 | 16 |
| 1978 | 15 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 19 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 17 |
| 2014 | 22 |
| 2015 | 19 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 37 |
| 2018 | 31 |
| 2019 | 57 |
| 2020 | 36 |
| 2021 | 44 |
| 2022 | 46 |
| 2023 | 54 |
| 2024 | 104 |