Calla
girl name#1396 in 2025Calla entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #623 in 1881, ranks #1396 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1396
rank today
#623
peak (1881)
156
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #723 |
| 1890s | #1152 |
| 1900s | #1417 |
| 1910s | #2449 |
| 1920s | #3172 |
| 1930s | #3482 |
| 1940s | #4242 |
| 1950s | #3943 |
| 1960s | #5210 |
| 1970s | #6809 |
| 1980s | #4217 |
| 1990s | #2842 |
| 2000s | #2353 |
| 2010s | #1617 |
| 2020s | #1534 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Calla has been most popular in TX, CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 3,900 people named Calla are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Calla alive today was born around 2012, making them about 13 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Calla in 2025?
- Calla ranks #1396 among US girl names in 2025, with 156 babies given the name.
- When was the name Calla most popular?
- Calla peaked in 1881, reaching #623 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Calla with classmates?
- Calla will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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