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At a Glance: Name: Kalila – Meaning: beloved, friend – Origin: Arabic – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: kah-LEE-lah
Kalila (kah-LEE-lah) is an Arabic name meaning "beloved" or "friend." It has a worldly, romantic, storybook feel, with a soft, flowing sound that suits a girl.
Meaning & Origin of Kalila
Meaning: Beloved, friend.
Origin: Arabic.
How to Pronounce Kalila
Phonetic: kah-LEE-lah IPA: /kəˈliːlə/
Popularity of Kalila
Kalila has been a rare pick in the U.S. since the Social Security records begin in 1977. It peaked at #2617 in 2019 with 67 babies, and in 2024 it ranked #3665 with 42 babies.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1977–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Kalila mean?
Beloved, friend.
How do you pronounce Kalila?
Kalila is pronounced kah-LEE-lah (IPA: /kəˈliːlə/).
Is Kalila a popular name right now?
Kalila peaked at #2617 in 2019 and is ranked #3665 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1977–2024.)
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