Kalena

“bright, clear; a variation of the name Kalani, meaning 'the heavens'”

Hawaii origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#2863US 2023

59Births / yr

↑Rising

2.4kAll-time births

📅 Since 196200.01% of births at peak

How to pronounce Kalena

KAL·EN·uh

/ˈkæl.ˈɛn.ə/ · stress on KAL · 4 syllables

“bright, clear; a variation of the name Kalani, meaning 'the heavens'”

Hawaii origin · Girl name

What does Kalena mean and where does it come from?

Kalena is a name that has roots in Hawaiian culture, where names often carry a connection to nature and the environment. It has gained some popularity in the United States, particularly in families with Hawaiian heritage. The name suggests clarity and brightness.

Cultural significance

Kalena has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Hawaii-speaking communities, where it reflects values of bright, clear; a variation of the name kalani, meaning 'the heavens'.

Peak popularity

Reached #2032 in 2017 — currently #2863 in the US.

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How else can you spell Kalena?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Calena

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Kalena?

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

Kalena Grace

How popular is Kalena right now?

Rising fast — up 641 spots — currently #2863 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2023#2863 · Top 2.1%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#2863	59	▲ up 641 · +31% births
2022	#3504	45	▼ down 668 · -25% births
2021	#2836	60	▼ down 405 · -15% births
2020	#2431	71	▼ down 169 · -14% births
2015	#2262	83	▼ down 107 · -9% births
2010	#2155	91	▼ down 7 · +6% births
2005	#2148	86	▲ up 427 · +48% births
2000	#2575	58	▲ up 191 · +32% births
1995	#2766	44	▲ up 429 · +26% births
1990	#3195	35	▼ down 64 · +21% births
1985	#3131	29	▲ up 1123 · +61% births
1980	#4254	18	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kalena

Best Year2005Rank #2148

Peak Count91

Average Rank#2843

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1980 - 202312 years

The story of Kalena

Kalena is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1962. With 2,432 total births recorded, Kalena remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4254 in 1980 to #2863 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Kalena in 2017:

Emma Olivia Ava Isabella Sophia

Kalena by decade

Kalena peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	10
1970s	105
1980s	329
1990s	452
2000s ★	742
2010s	723
2020s	71

💎With 2,432 total births, Kalena is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Kalena?

DUTCH

Tineke

ENGLISH

KaetyKateeKateyKatieKaty

ROMANIAN

Cătălin

ENGLISH

KeilaShaylaTayla

What names sound and feel like Kalena?

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

Hawaii · The flower; pure

Kaleana

Hawaii · the place of

Katena

Greece · pure

Karena

Indonesia · Beloved, dear

Karlena

American · A combination of

Kaylena

American · Pure and Beloved

How is Kalena written in other languages?

What are the boy versions of Kalena?

Cătălin ROMANIAN Keila ENGLISH Shayla ENGLISH Tayla ENGLISH Ketevan GEORGIAN Keti GEORGIAN Keto GEORGIAN Hekate GREEK MYTHOLOGY

Common questions about the name Kalena

What does the name Kalena mean?

Kalena means "bright, clear; a variation of the name Kalani, meaning 'the heavens'" — a name rooted in Hawaii 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 Kalena?

Kalena is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Kalena?

Kalena originates from Hawaii tradition. Hawaii 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 Kalena?

Kalena is a four-syllable name pronounced K AE1 L EH1 N AH0. 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 Kalena?

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