Caleah
2025 SSA
About Caleah
Caleah is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a modern variation of Callie or Kayla, or it could draw inspiration from the Hebrew name Kalila meaning "beloved." Another interpretation connects it to Cala, derived from Greek elements meaning "beautiful." The name has a melodic flow with its three syllables and balanced combination of consonants and vowels. Caleah gained modest recognition in the early 2000s as parents sought unique alternatives to more common names while maintaining familiar sounds. The name carries a contemporary feel while potentially honoring traditional roots, offering the appealing nicknames Cal or Leah. Its distinctive spelling and pronunciation make it memorable without being difficult to pronounce.
Pronounced kuh-LEE-uh.
As of October 2026, Caleah ranked #4374 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #3413 in 2013.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #3,441 | 46 | 25.8 |
| 2015 | #3,783 | 40 | 22.4 |
| 2016 | #4,271 | 34 | 19.2 |
| 2017 | #3,570 | 43 | 24.9 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | #3,729 | 40 | 23.8 |
| 2020 | #4,283 | 32 | 19.8 |
| 2021 | #3,747 | 40 | 24.4 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | #4,769 | 28 | 17.5 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | #4,374 | 32 | 19.9 |
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