Kalliyah is a unique and captivating female given name of Arabic origin, derived from the word "khalil" which means "friend." It's pronounced as /kəˈliːə/ in English, with emphasis on the second syllable. This name has gained popularity in recent years due to its distinctiveness and musical quality, offering a modern alternative to classic names while still bearing rich cultural heritage.
Kalliyah experienced fluctuations in its popularity over the years, with peaks occurring between 2002 and 2004, and again briefly in 2012 and 2013. The name's overall birth frequency from 2000 to 2013 was quite consistent, averaging around five births per year.