Kalimah
Kalimah is a girl baby name. Ranked #60,704 in the US, popular nicknames include Kal, Kay, and Kalie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kalimah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1975.
Over 174 babies have been named Kalimah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kalimah is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #60,704 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #60,704
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Kalimah
Kalimah is a girl name .
Kalimah is currently ranked #60,704 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kalimah include Kal, Kay, Kalie, and Kaliie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Kalimah include Kali, Kaliyah, Kalia, Kalina, Kaliah . 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