Kalee

Kalee is a feminine name with several possible origins. It could be a variant spelling of Kaylee or Kaley, which are modern adaptations of the Irish surname Ó Cadhla, meaning 'graceful' or 'slender.' Alternatively, it might be derived from Kali, the Hindu goddess. The pronunciation is typically KAY-lee or kuh-LEE. While not among the most common names, Kalee has maintained modest usage since the 1990s when unique K-names gained popularity. Parents often choose Kalee for its melodic sound and distinctive spelling while maintaining familiar pronunciation, giving their daughter a name that stands out subtly on paper but remains approachable in everyday use.

Kalee is also given to boys.

Pronounced kuh-LEE.

As of November 2026, Kalee ranked #11391 for girls in US births in 2025 and #11440 for boys in US births in 2019 SSA, peaked at #1037 for girls in 1993 and #8021 for boys in 1998.