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Kalei
How to Pronounce Kalei
Pronounced kah-LAY /kΙΛleΙͺ/Medium
Meaning: From Hawaiian ka lei, 'the lei, the flower wreath; the beloved child' (a term of endearment)Medium
Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880βpresent). Pink marker = peak year.
SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.
History & Origin
Kalei comes from Hawaiian ka lei, 'the lei, the flower wreath' β 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.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Kalei mean?
Kalei is Hawaiian for 'the lei, the flower wreath; the beloved one'.
How do you pronounce Kalei?
It's said kah-LAY /kΙΛleΙͺ/ β two syllables, stress on the second.
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.