Caliph
Pronunciation: [ k-AL-uhf ]
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Meaning & Origin
Caliph is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced k-AL-uhf.
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Caliph first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 202 babies have been named Caliph in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Caliph is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #17,425 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #17,425
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Caliph
Caliph is a boy name .
Caliph is currently ranked #17,425 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Caliph include Cal, Cali, Caliy, Caliie, Cay, Caie, and Calkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Caliph include Calix, Calian, Calihan . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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