Kaleo Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kaleo is a Hawaiian name meaning 'the voice' or 'sound'. It has its origins in the Hawaiian language and signifies qualities such as communication and expression. The name has gained popularity in modern times, particularly within Hawaiian culture, and is often associated with positive traits. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
The name Kaleo is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kaleo has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Kaleo' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5873rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5289th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2968th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1602nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Kaleo' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kaleo"
Pronunciation
/kəˈleɪ.oʊ/
Origin
Hawaiian
Etymology
The name Kaleo means 'the voice' or 'sound' in Hawaiian, derived from the word 'leo'.
Meaning
voice, sound
Language Evolution
Kaleo (Hawaiian)
Historical Usage
Kaleo has gained popularity primarily in recent years, especially in Hawaiian culture and among those who appreciate unique names.
Variants & Derivatives
Kale, Kal
Modern Popularity & Image
Kaleo is viewed positively, often associated with nature and the vibrancy of Hawaiian culture.
Famous People
Kaleo (band), Kaleo K. L. D. K. M. K. A. Kaawaloa
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kaleo"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Kaleo"
"Kaleo" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5873rd of 10718 | 45 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5289th of 16616 | 132 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2968th of 24088 | 557 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1602nd of 23106 | 1,251 |
Regional Popularity of "Kaleo" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
45.99% 1860th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
28.53% 1802nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
68.67% 5022nd/7313 |
17.37% 1296th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
71.52% 3209th/4487 |
29.36% 2003rd/6822 |
13.61% 854th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Kaleo" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kaleo"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kaleo" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.