Declining since 2008, #2,957 for girls today.
Popularity of Kalli since 1952
Babies named Kalli per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 14 |
| 1960s | 65 |
| 1970s | 162 |
| 1980s | 546 |
| 1990s | 1,357 |
| 2000s | 1,678 |
| 2010s | 1,167 |
| 2020s | 328 |
Meaning & origin
Kalli is a name that saw its highest usage in 2007, ranking 2957th in 2025 with roughly 1 in 28701 newborns. It has been on a steady decline since 2008. The name appears most frequently in Texas. As a modern variant of Kali or Callie, it shares roots with the Greek 'kalos' meaning beautiful, but its exact derivation is uncertain, making it a flexible choice for families seeking a short, melodic name.
Kalli likely emerged as a modern English variant of Kali (or Callie), drawing on the Greek root 'kallos' (beauty). It also aligns with the Hawaiian name Kalli, meaning 'the dog,' though that connection is less common in the U.S. The name gained modest popularity in the 2000s, peaking in 2007, and has since declined.
Where Kalli is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kal
Sibling names for Kalli
Names that share Kalli's style, for a brother or sister.
