Variant of Kaia or Alaia, meaning sea or joyful
Kalaiah is a modern American coinage, likely created by blending the Hawaiian name Kaia, meaning 'sea', with the Basque name Alaia, meaning 'joyful'. It may also be influenced by the Hebrew name Aliyah, meaning 'to ascend'. Its rarity makes it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a melodic, multi-cultural sound.
Less common today
Kalaiah isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #9,429 in 2023.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
