Calee
About Calee
Calee is a feminine name with modern origins, likely derived as a variant spelling of Caylee or Kaylee. These names blend the popular 'Kay' sound with the '-lee' suffix that became trendy in the late 20th century. The name has a contemporary, melodic quality that appeals to parents seeking something familiar yet distinctive. While not among the most common names, Calee has maintained a steady presence, particularly in North America. It carries associations of cheerfulness and vibrancy, perhaps influenced by the upbeat sound. The spelling variation with a single 'e' gives it a streamlined appearance compared to other versions of the name.
Pronounced KAY-lee.
As of October 2026, Calee ranked #8515 in US births in 2024 SSA, peaked at #3086 in 2008.
AI-written. Reviewed by Pamela Redmond
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #4,793 | 29 | 16.2 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |