Calicia

“Healer” — Represents a modern trend towards unique and creative spellin

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1991US 2023

209Births / yr

→Stable

27All-time births

📅 Since 198300

How to pronounce Calicia

KAH·lee·SEE·EYE·AY

/ˈkɑ.liː.ˈsiː.ˈaɪ.ˈeɪ/ · stress on KAH · 5 syllables

“Healer”

Represents a modern trend towards unique and creative spellin · American origin

What does Calicia mean and where does it come from?

Calicia is a contemporary name that is emerging in the United States. While primarily used today, some interpretations link it to the word 'healer' in certain interpretations of Celtic origins. This name represents a modern trend towards unique and creative spelling variations of existing names, and

Cultural significance

Calicia has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of healer.

Peak popularity

Reached #10137 in 1988 — currently #1991 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Calicia?

Calicia works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Calicia Grace

How popular is Calicia right now?

Holding steady — currently #1991 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#1991 · Top 1.5%

2005

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1991	209	▲ up 5 · +11% births
2022	#1996	189	▲ up 5 · +19% births
2021	#2001	159	▲ up 15309 · +3080% births
2005	#17310	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Calicia

Best Year2023Rank #1991

Peak Count209

Average Rank#5825

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2005 - 20234 years

The story of Calicia

Calicia is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1983. With 27 total births recorded, Calicia remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #17310 in 2005 to #1991 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Calicia in 1988:

Jessica Ashley Amanda Sarah Jennifer

Calicia by decade

Calicia peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1980s ★	12
1990s	10
2000s	5

💎Calicia has only 27 total recorded births since 1983 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Calicia?

Common

CalCalieCalyIcia

What names sound and feel like Calicia?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Calicia also consider these

Carlicia

American · Free man

Talicia

American · Combination of Talia

Valicia

American · A variant of

American · a blend of

Camecia

American · Derived from the

Arlicia

American · English

Common questions about the name Calicia

What does the name Calicia mean?

Calicia means "Healer" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Calicia?

Calicia is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Calicia?

Calicia originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Calicia?

Calicia is a 5-syllable name pronounced K AA1 L IY0 S IY1 AY1 EY1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Calicia?

Calicia pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.