The flower or the beloved
Kaleia is a modern name often associated with Hawaiian roots, derived from the name Kalei. It combines the elements 'ka' (the) and 'lei' (flower, lei, or child), often interpreted as a beloved child or a crown of flowers. It is also sometimes linked to the Greek name Thalia, meaning to flourish.
Less common today
Kaleia isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,976 in 2023.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
