Cala
Meaning of Cala
As a feminine given name, Cala, pronounced KAY-luh (/keɪˈlə/) in English, derives from the Spanish and Italian term for a coastal inlet—each usage evoking a sheltered bay where the rhythmic breath of the sea meets the shore—while onomastic scholarship traces a deeper root to the Latin calare (“to call forth”), an etymological shift that marries elemental imagery with classical resonance. Though occasionally compared to the Greek kalos (“beautiful”), Cala stands independently as a succinct, evocative appellation whose uncommon status in the United States belies its rich semantic tapestry. Data from the Social Security Administration chart a modest peak at rank 674 in 1950 (five recorded births), a descent beyond the top 800 through the latter 20th century, and a stable placement between ranks 930 and 980 in recent years—most notably eight occurrences at rank 942 in 2024. This enduring yet discreet presence underscores Cala’s appeal to parents who prize cultural nuance and a quiet sense of refined distinctiveness.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as KAY-luh (/keɪˈlə/)
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