Kalima Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkah-LEE-mah / /kəˈliːmə/Arabic; Sanskrit
Meaning
Arabic: 'speech' or 'word'; Sanskrit: 'the one who is beautiful'
Historical & Cultural Background
Kalima is derived from the Arabic word 'kalima', which means 'word' or 'speech'. In Islamic tradition, it can refer to the declaration of faith. In Sanskrit, it is associated with beauty and eloquence. The name is used in various cultures, reflecting a blend of linguistic and cultural influences.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kalimah
- Kaleema
International Variants
- Kalima (Arabic)
- Kaleema (Hindi)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kalima was first seen in the United States in 1975. Kalima has ranked as high as #1112 nationally, which occurred in 1984, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Kalima has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kalima (1997)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 5 |