Kalley Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kalley is an English name derived from the Greek name Kallista, meaning 'most beautiful'. It evolved from Kallista to Kallie and eventually to Kalley. The name is associated with beauty and has gained popularity in recent decades. It has no significant biblical relevance. Kalley is often perceived as a modern and trendy name, and notable people with this name include Kalley Heiligenthal and Kalley O'Kelley.
The name Kalley is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest 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, Kalley has been stalled for female in MidWest. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest. Across generations, 'Kalley' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 13555th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5576th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5443rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 12407th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kalley' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kalley"
Pronunciation
/ˈkæli/
Origin
English
Etymology
Kalley is a variation of the name Kallie, which is derived from the Greek name 'Kallista' meaning 'most beautiful'.
Meaning
most beautiful
Language Evolution
Kallista, Kallie, Kalley
Historical Usage
Kalley gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variant of traditional names such as Kallie.
Variants & Derivatives
Kallie, Kali, Callie
Modern Popularity & Image
Kalley is perceived as a trendy and youthful name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Kalley Heiligenthal, Kalley O'Kelley
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kalley"
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 "Kalley"
"Kalley" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 13555th of 19264 | 19 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5576th of 27321 | 237 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5443rd of 35406 | 368 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 12407th of 30306 | 81 |
Regional Popularity of "Kalley" 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 "Kalley" 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) |
52.92% 1950th/3685 |
- | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
46.92% 2150th/4582 |
- | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kalley"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kalley" 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.