The nameKali
Kali is a short name, mostly given to girls in France since the 1970s.
- Girl's name
- Indian
Meaning
Its meaning depends on its origin. In Sanskrit, Kali is the name of a Hindu goddess.
Origin
Indian, or a modern creation close to Cali.
History
First given in France in the early 1970s, Kali grew in the 2000s and peaked in the mid 2010s.
Popularity of the name Kali
Kali in France
Kali was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 460 births over the decade, 46% of all recorded babies named Kali. Its rise began around 2001, and it peaked in 2015. Half of all babies named Kali in France were born before 2014, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 38 births a year.
Kali in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kali mean?
Its meaning depends on its origin. In Sanskrit, Kali is the name of a Hindu goddess.
What is the origin of the name Kali?
Indian, or a modern creation close to Cali.
Is Kali a girl's or a boy's name?
Kali is a girl's name.