Kalif
Kalif is a boy baby name. Ranked #40,025 in the US, popular nicknames include Kal, Kay, and Kalie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kalif first appeared in US Social Security records in 1974.
Over 407 babies have been named Kalif in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kalif is past its peak , currently ranked #40,025 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #40,025
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Kalif
Kalif is a boy name .
Kalif is currently ranked #40,025 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kalif include Kal, Kay, and Kalie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Kalif include Kali, Kalil, Kalix . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis