Rising since 2010, #3,975 for girls today.
Popularity of Calayah since 2005
Babies named Calayah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 16 |
| 2010s | 81 |
| 2020s | 174 |
Meaning & origin
Calayah is a modern invented name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2005, part of a wave of creative feminine names ending in -ayah. Its popularity has been steadily rising since 2010, reaching a peak in 2024. In 2025, it ranked 3,975, with roughly 1 in 44,646 girls named Calayah. The name is most common in Texas, reflecting regional naming trends. While it lacks traditional etymological roots, its melodic sound and contemporary feel appeal to parents seeking a distinctive yet accessible name.
Calayah is an invented name that first appeared in U.S. records in the early 2000s, reflecting a trend of creating melodic, feminine names with the -ayah ending (as seen in names like Alayah and Malayah). It has no known historical or linguistic roots and is considered a modern coinage.
Where Calayah is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cali, Layah, Cala
Sibling names for Calayah
Names that share Calayah's style, for a brother or sister.
