Kalei

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Kalei Pronunciation

Kalei is pronounced kah-LAY /kɑˈleɪ/Medium

Meaning: From Hawaiian ka lei, 'the lei, the flower wreath; the beloved child' (a term of endearment)Medium

In 30 seconds: The flower wreath: Kalei is Hawaiian for 'the lei; the beloved one'. Lyrical, sweet, and warm.

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Origin MediumHawaiian

MeaningFrom Hawaiian ka lei, 'the lei, the flower wreath; the beloved child' (a term of endearment)

U.S. rank (2024)#5201 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births25 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2003

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,935

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Kalei comes from Hawaiian ka lei, 'the lei, the flower wreath' — and figuratively 'the beloved child', a cherished term of endearment. A lyrical, sweet name across Hawaii, used for both sexes, here for girls.

In the U.S. it appears in Hawaiian families. Rare, the-flower-wreath at the root, and lyrical.

Did you know? Kalei means 'the lei, the flower wreath' in Hawaiian — and 'the beloved child', a tender term of endearment; lyrical and sweet, used for both sexes.

Overall data confidence 72%

Hawaiian references — ka lei — etymology

Variations

KaleoKaleahKaleimomi

Nicknames

Lei

Themes & Styles

Unisex Nature Hawaiian

If you like Kalei…

Leilani— a fellow lei/Hawaiian name

Kalani— a companion Hawaiian name

Noelani— another Hawaiian -lani name

Nalani— a fellow Hawaiian girls' name

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Kalei?

Kalei is pronounced kah-LAY (/kɑˈleɪ/). Press play above to hear Kalei said aloud.

How do you say Kalei?

Kalei is said kah-LAY (/kɑˈleɪ/). Press play above to hear Kalei said aloud.

What does the name Kalei mean?

Kalei is Hawaiian for 'the lei, the flower wreath; the beloved one'.

Is Kalei a boy or girl name?

Kalei is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Kalei?

Kalei is a rare name in the U.S.