Kalai

Kalai is a masculine name with multicultural roots. In Hawaiian, it can mean 'the sea' or relate to skilled craftsmanship. In Tamil culture, it may reference art or learning. The name also appears in various other cultures with different meanings—in Finnish, it relates to fishing, while some associate it with Hungarian origins. With its melodic two-syllable structure and ending with a vowel sound, Kalai has a gentle yet distinctive quality. Though relatively uncommon in Western countries, it's gaining appreciation among parents seeking multicultural names with positive meanings. The name's brevity and easy pronunciation make it accessible across different languages while maintaining its exotic appeal and cultural richness.

Kalai is also given to girls, where it ranks #16040 in the US.

Pronounced kuh-LY.

As of October 2026, Kalai ranked #5118 in US births in 2025 SSA.