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Current rank (2025)#8362
Babies named Kalei in 202512
Total recorded2,223
Peak year2003 (142 babies)
Highest rank ever#1405
Years in records1973–2025 (46 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↓ 4677 spots
Gender breakdown12% boys / 88% girls

Frequently asked about Kalei

What does the name Kalei mean?
Kalei means “Exalted, ascender” from Arabic/Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Kalei?
Kalei has Arabic/Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “Exalted, ascender”.
How popular is Kalei?
Kalei ranked #8362 in 2025 — given to 12 babies that year.
When was Kalei most popular?
Kalei peaked in 2003 with 142 babies registered that year.
Is Kalei a boy or girl name?
Kalei is used for both boys and girls. In the records, about 12% of Kaleis are boys and 88% are girls.
Is the name Kalei rising or falling in popularity?
Kalei has fallen 4677 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #3685 in 2020 to #8362 in 2025.
How long has Kalei been recorded?
Kalei appears in birth records across 46 years — from 1973 through 2025.

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