Kaliana

“The name signifies 'the cherished one'.”

Hawaii origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#2864US 2023

59Births / yr

↑Rising

702All-time births

📅 Since 199700

What does Kaliana mean and where does it come from?

Kaliana is a modern name that has gained popularity in the last few decades, particularly in Hawaii and among those who appreciate Hawaiian culture. The name is often given in honor of kinship and beauty.

Cultural significance

Kaliana has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Hawaii-speaking communities, where it reflects values of the name signifies 'the cherished one'..

Peak popularity

Reached #2718 in 2018 — currently #2864 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Kaliana?

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

Kaliana Grace

How popular is Kaliana right now?

Rising fast — up 1058 spots — currently #2864 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#2864 · Top 2.1%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#2864	59	▲ up 1058 · +55% births
2022	#3922	38	▲ up 360 · +15% births
2021	#4282	33	▼ down 538 · -15% births
2020	#3744	39	▲ up 2 · -5% births
2015	#3746	41	▲ up 54
2010	#3800	41	▲ up 1011 · +46% births
2005	#4811	28	▲ up 2744 · +100% births
2000	#7555	14	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kaliana

Best Year2023Rank #2864

Peak Count59

Average Rank#4341

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20238 years

The story of Kaliana

Kaliana is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1997. With 702 total births recorded, Kaliana remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #7555 in 2000 to #2864 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Kaliana in 2018:

Emma Olivia Ava Isabella Sophia

Kaliana by decade

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

Decade	Births
1990s	32
2000s	205
2010s ★	426
2020s	39

💎Kaliana has only 702 total recorded births since 1997 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Kaliana?

Common

KalKalieKalyAna

What names sound and feel like Kaliana?

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

Kaleana

Hawaii · the place of

Kaiana

Hawaii · A combination of

Hawaii · Belonging to the

Common questions about the name Kaliana

What does the name Kaliana mean?

Kaliana means "The name signifies 'the cherished one'." — 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 Kaliana?

Kaliana is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Kaliana have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Kaliana?

Kaliana 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.

What sibling names go well with Kaliana?

Kaliana 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.

Is Kaliana trending right now?

Kaliana is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.