Kalea Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kalea is a Hawaiian name meaning 'bright' or 'clear.' It evolved from early Hawaiian forms and represents happiness and delight. It has gained popularity in recent years, especially in the U.S., reflecting a connection to Hawaiian culture. The name has no biblical relevance.
The name Kalea is most popular in Hawaii, 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, Kalea has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, falling 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, 'Kalea' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 12316th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3984th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1519th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1450th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kalea' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kalea"
Pronunciation
/kəˈleɪə/
Origin
Hawaiian
Etymology
The name Kalea means 'bright' or 'clear.' It is derived from the Hawaiian word 'ka' meaning 'the' and 'lea' meaning 'happiness' or 'delight.'
Meaning
bright, clear, happiness, delight
Language Evolution
Kalea (modern Hawaiian), Kale'a (early Hawaiian)
Historical Usage
Kalea has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in the United States as a name reflecting Hawaiian culture and heritage.
Variants & Derivatives
Kale, Kaleah, Kaleia
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kalea is viewed positively and is associated with nature, joy, and Hawaiian culture. It is often chosen for its melodic sound and cultural significance.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kalea"
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 "Kalea"
"Kalea" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 12316th of 19264 | 26 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3984th of 27321 | 383 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1519th of 35406 | 2,199 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1450th of 30306 | 1,853 |
Regional Popularity of "Kalea" 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 "Kalea" 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) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
80.00% 4155th/5194 |
72.34% 4570th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
43.15% 1977th/4582 |
48.78% 2519th/5164 |
26.79% 1959th/7313 |
14.19% 1059th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
50.43% 2009th/3984 |
62.47% 2803rd/4487 |
26.40% 1801st/6822 |
13.69% 859th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kalea"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kalea" 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.