Kaliyah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kaliyah is a modern name with roots in Hindu mythology and Hebrew influences, meaning 'pure' or 'beloved'. It evolved from the name Kali and gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in African American communities. The name is characterized by its uniqueness and cultural significance, with no direct biblical relevance.
The name Kaliyah is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Kaliyah has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling 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, 'Kaliyah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24088th out of 24088 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7866th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 791st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 552nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kaliyah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kaliyah"
Pronunciation
/kəˈliːə/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Kaliyah is a modern name that is often thought to be derived from the name 'Kali', which is rooted in Hindu mythology, where Kali is a goddess representing empowerment and strength. The suffix '-yah' is often used in Hebrew names.
Meaning
pure, beloved
Language Evolution
Kali, Kaliyah
Historical Usage
Kaliyah emerged as a popular name in the late 20th century, particularly among African American communities, as part of a broader trend of creating unique and meaningful names.
Variants & Derivatives
Kaliyah, Kaliyahh, Kaliy
Modern Popularity & Image
Kaliyah is viewed as a contemporary and culturally significant name, often associated with strength and individuality.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kaliyah"
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 "Kaliyah"
"Kaliyah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 24088th of 24088 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7866th of 27321 | 143 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 791st of 35406 | 5,279 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 552nd of 30306 | 6,724 |
Regional Popularity of "Kaliyah" 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 "Kaliyah" 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) |
83.23% 3067th/3685 |
- |
79.40% 4124th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
16.15% 740th/4582 |
20.47% 1057th/5164 |
8.35% 611th/7313 |
15.33% 1144th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
14.18% 565th/3984 |
17.32% 777th/4487 |
6.26% 427th/6822 |
12.65% 794th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kaliyah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kaliyah" 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.