Kaliya Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAH-lee-yah / /ˈkɑːliːjɑː/Sanskrit; Hebrew
Meaning
Sanskrit: 'black'; Hebrew: 'crown'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Sanskrit, Kaliya is often associated with the mythological serpent from Hindu texts, symbolizing darkness and the overcoming of evil. In Hebrew, the name can be linked to the concept of royalty or nobility, reflecting a sense of honor and dignity.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Kalia
- Kaliyaah
International Variants
- Kaliya (Hindi)
- Kalia (Swahili)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kaliya was first seen in the United States in 1993. Kaliya has ranked as high as #1321 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in California, Georgia, Texas, Florida, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Kaliya has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kaliya (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 6 | |
| TX | 6 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 22 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 19 |
| 2000 | 29 |
| 2001 | 29 |
| 2002 | 31 |
| 2003 | 29 |
| 2004 | 39 |
| 2005 | 42 |
| 2006 | 46 |
| 2007 | 48 |
| 2008 | 53 |
| 2009 | 57 |
| 2010 | 37 |
| 2011 | 34 |
| 2012 | 51 |
| 2013 | 46 |
| 2014 | 28 |
| 2015 | 31 |
| 2016 | 38 |
| 2017 | 39 |
| 2018 | 32 |
| 2019 | 34 |
| 2020 | 38 |
| 2021 | 33 |
| 2022 | 37 |
| 2023 | 35 |
| 2024 | 51 |