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Kalese

kuh-LEES · Of uncertain origin; possibly a modern variant of Caleesi, drawn from the invented title 'Khaleesi' in George R.R. Martin's 'A Song of Ice and Fire' series.

Peak popularity
2014
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2022

Rising since 2022.

Popularity of Kalese since 2000

Babies named Kalese per year in U.S. Social Security records.

4913200020102020Most births 2014Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2000s72
2010s57
2020s18

Meaning & origin

Kalese is a modern invented name that first appeared in U.S. naming records in 2000. Its popularity peaked in 2014, mirroring the cultural impact of the television series 'Game of Thrones', where the title 'Khaleesi' was prominent. The name has seen a resurgence since 2022, with its trajectory steadily rising. As a fresh and unique choice, Kalese remains uncommon, with no recorded appearances among the top 1,000 names. Its roots in popular fiction give it a distinctive, empowering appeal for parents drawn to modern fantasy influences.

Kalese appears to be a modern invented name, likely a respelling of Caleesi, itself derived from the Dothraki title 'Khaleesi' meaning 'queen' in the fictional world of George R. R. Martin's 'A Song of Ice and Fire' series and its television adaptation 'Game of Thrones'. The name entered limited use around the early 2000s and saw a modest peak in 2014, coinciding with the show's widespread popularity.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Kali, Lee, Leesi

Variants: Caleesi, Khaleesi, Kaleesi

Sibling names for Kalese

Names that share Kalese's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Khaleesi, Daenerys, Arya, Sansa, Brienne, Shalese

Brothers: Khal, Drogo, Tyrion, Jon, Robb

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Kalese mean?
Kalese is a modern invented name, likely a variation of Caleesi, which itself derives from the fictional title 'Khaleesi', meaning 'queen' in the Dothraki language from the 'Game of Thrones' series. Its true meaning is tied to this fictional context.
How popular was the name Kalese?
The name Kalese first appeared in U.S. naming data in 2000. It reached its peak rank in 2014, ranking among the top 8,000 names that year. Since 2022, it has been on the rise in popularity.
Is Kalese a boy or girl name?
Kalese is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.