The garland; the wreath
Kalaia is a modern variation of the Hawaiian name Kala, which translates to 'the garland' or 'the wreath.' It can also be interpreted as a variant of the Greek name Pelagia, meaning 'of the sea,' though its usage in the US is primarily influenced by Hawaiian naming trends.
About 22 girls were named Kalaia in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
