Kalief
Meaning of Kalief
Kalief is a strong and unique name for baby boys. It has its origins in Arabic, where it means "successor" or "deputy." The name has a powerful and regal feel to it, evoking images of leadership and authority. Kalief is pronounced as kuh-LEEF in American English (/kəˈliːf/). It is worth noting that the variation "Khalif" is also used, but the pronunciation remains the same. While not extremely common, Kalief has been steadily increasing in popularity in recent years in the United States. The name ranked 12,119th in 2021, with 5 occurrences. Its usage has shown consistency over time, indicating that parents are drawn to its distinctive sound and meaningful origin. Choosing the name Kalief for your baby boy will give him a name that stands out and carries a sense of strength and purpose.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as kuh-LEEF (/kəˈliːf/)
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Notable People Named Kalief
| Kalief Browder was an African American youth from The Bronx, New York, who gained national attention after being held at Rikers Island jail complex for three years without trial, sparking conversations about criminal justice reform. |
