Kalie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kalie is an American name that combines elements from Kay and Lee, meaning 'pure' and 'meadow'. It evolved from Kay to Kaylee and finally to Kalie. The name reflects modern naming trends and has gained popularity since the late 20th century. It is often viewed positively, associated with friendliness. There is no biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kalie"
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪli/
Origin
American
Etymology
Kalie is a modern variation of the name Kaylee, which itself is derived from a combination of the names Kay and Lee. The name Kay has various origins, including a diminutive of Katherine, while Lee is of English origin meaning 'meadow' or 'clearing'.
Meaning
pure, meadow
Language Evolution
Kay, Kaylee, Kalie
Historical Usage
Kalie gained popularity in the late 20th century as part of the trend of using -lee suffixes in names, particularly in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Kaylee, Kaili, Kailyn
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kalie is perceived as a trendy and youthful name, often associated with a friendly and approachable personality.
Famous People
Kalie Shorr, American singer-songwriter, Kalie McRae, a notable internet personality
📊 Kalie Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Kalie Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 265 peak births in 1998
Geographic Spread
Popular across 32 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kalie"
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 "Kalie"
"Kalie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9338th of 19264 | 54 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1151st of 27321 | 2,298 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1372nd of 35406 | 2,483 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3928th of 30306 | 457 |
Regional Popularity of "Kalie" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Kalie" 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) |
22.01% 811th/3685 |
32.83% 1469th/4475 |
23.05% 1197th/5194 |
19.80% 1251st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
24.73% 1133rd/4582 |
35.40% 1828th/5164 |
19.25% 1408th/7313 |
22.87% 1707th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
- |
55.75% 3803rd/6822 |
54.38% 3413th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kalie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kalie" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Kalie" in the United States
The name Kalie is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kalie has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Kalie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9338th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1151st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1372nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3928th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kalie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.