Cali

Rank 376th Girl Name

In 2022, the name Cali was 376th most popular baby name for girls and 743rd most popular baby name overall. In 2022, 865 babies were named Cali in the United States. The gender distribution for "Cali" is 97% female and 3% male.

In 2022, 1 out of every 3,891 babies in the United States were named Cali. In a classroom of 30 students, there is approximately a 0.8% chance that another student would have the same name. Today, the average age of someone named Cali is around 11 to 13 years old.

The name "Cali" is well know, but not overly common.

The most common nickname for Cali is Cal.

Cali Meaning & Origin

Cali is often used as a nickname for California, evoking connotations of sunshine, palm trees, and a laid-back, adventurous lifestyle.

The name Cali is described as vibrant, sunny and adventurous.

Pronunciation

Cali is pronounced kah-lee in English. The name Cali has 4 letters and 2 syllables.

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Name Trends (1972 to Present)

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Fun Facts about Cali

  • Despite popular belief, the name Cali is not just for girls. It is also used for boys, specifically in the United States.

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Geography

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