Cali
Cali is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Most beautiful.
Origin and history
Cali is a given name often used as a modern standalone name or a short form of Calista or Calliope, derived from the Greek word for most beautiful. It also serves as a breezy geographic reference to California. In the United States, it has experienced steady growth in popularity for girls since the early 2000s.
Popularity in the United States
23,342 babies in the United States have been named Cali since 1880. It ranks #956 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #395.
States where it is most popular
- CA (14.8 %)
- TX (7.8 %)
- FL (7 %)
- OH (5 %)
- NY (4.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 6 |
| 1960-1970 | 41 |
| 1970-1980 | 169 |
| 1980-1990 | 715 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,651 |
| 2000-2010 | 4,549 |
| 2010-2019 | 11,486 |
| 2020-2029 | 4,725 |
Famous people named Cali
- Cali Timmins: Actress
Fun facts
- The name ultimately derives from the Ancient Greek element 'kallos', which signifies beauty.
- It is frequently associated with the informal nickname for the state of California.