Rising since 2016, #6,546 for girls today.
Popularity of Caleesi since 2012
Babies named Caleesi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 95 |
| 2020s | 82 |
Meaning & origin
Caleesi is a modern invented name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2012, the year after the premiere of the television series 'Game of Thrones'. It is almost certainly a respelling of 'Khaleesi', a Dothraki title meaning 'queen', borne by a major character. The name has seen a steady rise in usage since 2016, peaking in 2018 with a rank of 6,546 in the latest year (2025) and an incidence of 1 in 94,545 births. Its trajectory has been rising, reflecting the enduring influence of pop culture on naming trends. While the name has not yet appeared in any top state lists, its growing use suggests a niche but dedicated following among fantasy enthusiasts.
Caleesi is a modern coinage that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2012, coinciding with the popularity of the television series 'Game of Thrones' (2011-2019). The name is likely a respelling or variant of 'Khaleesi', a title from the series meaning 'queen' in the fictional Dothraki language. Its rise in use reflects a trend of borrowing fantasy names into real-world naming.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cali, Lee, Cece
Sibling names for Caleesi
Names that share Caleesi's style, for a brother or sister.
