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At a Glance
- Meaning
- The black one / of time — the Hindu goddess Kali, from Sanskrit kāla
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- KAH-lee
Kali (KAH-lee) is a girl's name from Sanskrit, meaning "the black one" or "of time," and it's the name of the Hindu goddess Kali, from Sanskrit kāla. It has a clean, modern, worldly feel, with a short two-syllable sound that's easy to say and spell.
Meaning & Origin of Kali
Meaning: The black one / of time — the Hindu goddess Kali, from Sanskrit kāla.
Origin: Sanskrit.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Kali
KAH-leeIPA /ˈkɑːli/
Popularity of Kali
Kali peaked at #242 in 2019, when 1,311 babies were given the name. In 2024 it ranked #294 with 1,066 babies, so it's still well within the top 300 girls' names.
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FAQ
What does the name Kali mean?
The black one / of time — the Hindu goddess Kali, from Sanskrit kāla. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Kali?
Kali is pronounced KAH-lee (IPA: /ˈkɑːli/).
Is Kali a popular name right now?
Kali peaked at #242 in 2019 and is ranked #294 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1957–2024.)
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