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Calei

Girl Name #14,992 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Calei is a girl name, recorded for 8 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Calei often also consider Samyiah, Betha, Dody .

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Popularity Over Time

#14,992
Current Rank
Rising Fast Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#14,992
Total SSA Count
8

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Nicknames

Cal Cay Calie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Calei

Is Calei a boy or girl name?
Calei is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Calei?
Calei is currently ranked #14992 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Calei?
Common nicknames for Calei include Cal, Cay, and Calie.
Is Calei a common or rare name?
Calei is an uncommon name, ranked #14992 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Calei

Calei is a girl name .

Calei is currently ranked #14,992 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Calei include Cal, Cay, and Calie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Calei include Caleigh . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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