Calia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Calia is a name of Greek origin meaning beautiful, derived from the word 'kallos'. It has evolved through various forms such as Kallia and Caliah. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, reflecting a trend towards unique names. It is associated with grace and elegance, with no biblical relevance.
The name Calia is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Calia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Calia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15632nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5083rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3052nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Calia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Calia"
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪliə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Calia is derived from the Greek word 'kallos', meaning beauty. The name has connotations of grace and elegance.
Meaning
beautiful
Language Evolution
Kallia, Calia, Caliah
Historical Usage
Calia gained popularity in the late 20th century as parents began to choose unique and meaningful names for their children.
Variants & Derivatives
Caliah, Kallia, Callie
Modern Popularity & Image
Calia is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with beauty and uniqueness.
Famous People
Calia E. Lee, a contemporary artist known for her vibrant works., Calia Smith, a prominent figure in fashion design.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Calia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Calia"
"Calia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 15632nd of 27321 | 36 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5083rd of 35406 | 405 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3052nd of 30306 | 649 |
Regional Popularity of "Calia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Calia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
54.76% 4087th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
75.60% 3392nd/4487 |
48.92% 3337th/6822 |
42.18% 2647th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Calia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Calia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.