Kahliyah
Kahliyah is a girl baby name. Ranked #8,507 in the US, popular nicknames include Kah, Kay, and Kahie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kahliyah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1998.
Over 229 babies have been named Kahliyah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kahliyah is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #8,507 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #8,507
- Total SSA Count
- 13
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About the Name Kahliyah
Kahliyah is a girl name .
Kahliyah is currently ranked #8,507 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kahliyah include Kah, Kay, Kahie, and Kahlie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Kahliyah include Kahlani, Kahlia . 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