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Calley
How to Pronounce Calley
Pronounced KAL-ee /ˈkæl.i/High
Meaning: A spelling of Callie/Cally, a short form of names like Calista or Caroline, from Greek kallos, 'beauty; most beautiful.' Bright and friendly; routes uncertain in this spelling.Low
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History & Origin
Calley is a spelling of Callie/Cally, a short form of Calista or Caroline, from Greek kallos, 'beauty.' It reads cheerful and modern; routes uncertain in this spelling, which we note - rare in the U.S. (said 'KAL-ee').
It appears rarely, next to the more common Callie. Rare, bright, and friendly.
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What does the name Calley mean?
Calley is a spelling of Callie, a short form of Calista or Caroline, from Greek 'beauty; most beautiful.' The exact route is uncertain, which we note.
How do you pronounce Calley?
It's said KAL-ee /ˈkæl.i/ - two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Calley a boy or girl name?
Calley is a girl's name.
How popular is Calley?
Calley is a rare name in the U.S.