Kalisa Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkuh-LEE-sah / kəˈliːsəAmerican; Arabic
Meaning
American: Pure; Arabic: Most beautiful
Historical & Cultural Background
Kalisa is a modern name that has gained popularity in the United States. It is often considered a variant of the name Kalisha, which has roots in African American culture. The name may also be connected to Arabic origins, where it conveys beauty. Its usage has been primarily among English-speaking populations.
Trend Summary
Kalisa has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kalisha
- Kalyssa
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kalisa was first seen in the United States in 1962. Kalisa has ranked as high as #1368 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Kalisa has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kalisa (2018)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 16 |
| 2004 | 18 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 20 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 10 |