Name, Meaning, Origin, History And Popularity

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Origin, Meaning, And History Of Kalisa

The exact origin and accurate meaning of Kalisa are debatable. According to a few sources, it is a name of Jamaican origin and bears the meaning ‘one who has given herself to God.’ It can also mean ‘one who is purely concentrated on the Almighty.’

On the other hand, Kalisa is also believed to be of American origin. As per this origin, it combines the names Kate and Lisa and is commonly pronounced as ka-LEE-SAH. A couple of variants can also be derived from this name. A few of the common ones include Kalise and Kalissa. Kalisa is also used as a surname in certain parts of the world.

There are several unique nicknames that one can come up with for the name Kalisa. The most common ones include Kali, Lisa, Lisi, Kal, and Lei. Parents can also use personalized nicknames to address their child named Kalisa.

Kalisa is a fairly unique name that cannot be found commonly. Thus, it is difficult to find any pop culture or fictional references for it. There are a couple of famous personalities who use it as a surname, though. The first is Claude Kalisa, a former Rwandan footballer who formed the backbone of his team in the African Nations Cup 2004. The second is Karin Kalisa, a German linguist and philosopher known for her novels The Familiar Melody of Sung’s Shop and Radio Activity.

If you want a unique name for your little one, we think Kalisa might be a great choice. If you think so too, we suggest you keep reading further for more interesting information on the name.

Kalisa

Meaning Purely concentrated on the Almighty; The one who has given herself to God

Gender Girl

Religion Christianity

Origin Jamaican

Lucky Number 8

Syllables Three

Length 1 word, 6 letters, 3 vowels, 3 consonants

Type Medium length and moderately easy to pronounce

How To Pronounce Kalisa?

The way you pronounce a name can make all the difference.

Listen to the sound of the name Kalisa in English.

Kalisa On The Popularity Chart

Look at the following charts for detailed information about the popularity and ranking statistics of the name.

Popularity Over Time

The popularity of the name Kalisa has always had peaks and plateaus, but it continues to be a common choice among parents.

Source: Social Security Administration

Rank Over Time

Similar to the popularity chart, the ranking chart also has had consistent ups and downs, as is visible in the following chart.

Source: Social Security Administration

Names With Similar Sound As Kalisa

If you like the unique sound of the name Kalisa, here are a few more similar-sounding names that you might like as well.

Popular Sibling Names For Kalisa

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Boy Sibling Names For Kalisa

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Girl Sibling Names For Kalisa

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Other Popular Names Beginning With K

Looking for more baby names starting with the letter K to resonate with your family’s naming tradition or to rhyme with the sibling names? Find a range of alternative names starting with this letter.

Names With Similar Meaning As Kalisa

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Anagram Names Of Kalisa

William Shakespeare is known for his ‘onomastic wit,’ with anagrams being one of them (remember the play Twelfth Night?). Anagram is the rearrangement of the same letters to form different words. Anagramming names has been in vogue for centuries now, and why not when it can create some cute names? Anagram baby names stand out with their unique sound and spellings. You may try an anagram of your name or your partner’s; even better if you combine both names and then try an anagram for the baby. It all stays in the family this way. You may also try anagram names for siblings, especially twins. Here are some anagrams of Kalisa.

Aliska

Kailas

Lasaki

Saalik

Popular Songs On The Name Kalisa

Song	Artist
Kalisa	Autonomi

Acrostic Poem On Kalisa

Dive into the lyrical charm of the name Kalisa with this acrostic poem. Witness how each letter paints together a story, capturing the name’s individuality, strength, vitality, and sophistication. Inspiring, is it? Why not try a similar poem that describes what you think of your baby’s personality?

Knowledge and wisdom make you winsome.

Aspiring and working hard for true success.

Lifting the dark clouds in our life, our little sunshine.

In the quiet of the night, you are a burst of starlight.

Sprinkling laughter like a fresh summer rain.

Adventurous and echoing the spirit of exploration.

Kalisa’s Zodiac Sign And Birth Star As Per Vedic Astrology

Vedic astrology, also called Jyotisha, provides deep insights into a person’s life based on celestial positions at birth. Rashi and nakshatra, which are an integral part of Jyotisha, are believed to influence an individual’s personality and life events. The following sections give you rashi-related information, such as the associated letters, elements, ruling body, quality, and nakshatra for the name Kalisa. These details help analyze a person’s characteristics, personality, and behavior.

Zodiac Sign (Rashi)

As shown in the following table, each rashi is associated with specific sounds, which are often used as the starting letters of names for newborns in Hindu families. Each rashi is represented by a figure and one of the five elements – Earth, Water, Fire, Air, and Ether (Space). One ruling celestial body, known as its 'rashi lord' or 'ruler' is assigned to these rashis. These bodies include Venus, Mars, Sun, Moon, Mercury, Jupiter, and Saturn. Furthermore, the rashis are assigned various qualities or gunas.

Rashi (zodiac sign)	Mithun (Gemini)
Starting letters for Mithun (Gemini) rashi	K, CHH, GH, Q, C
Representation	Twins
Element	Air
Ruling body	Mercury
Quality	Dual (dvisvabhava)

Birth Star (Nakshatra)

Another important aspect of Vedic Astrology is the nakshatras, the lunar constellations or star clusters that the Moon occupies during a person's birth. There are 27 nakshatras, each with its own unique qualities, attributes, and symbolism. Each rashi contains two-and-one-fourth nakshatras in it. For example, Aries contains Ashwini, Bharani, and Krithika nakshatras.

The below table provides information on the nakshatras’ degrees on the zodiac circle, their lords and related syllables, for babies born in the Mithun (Gemini) rashi. These syllables/phonetics are popularly used to choose the baby name. For precise nakshatra calculation based on your baby's birthplace and date, use our Nakshatra Calculator.

Nakshatra	Degrees Of The Nakshatra	Nakshatra Lord (Ruler)	Name Syllables
Mrigashira (Makayiram, Mrigasira)	Gemini (0 to 6.40 degrees)	Mars	Ve, Vo, Ka, Kaa, Ki, Kee, We, Wo
Ardra (Arudra, Thiruvadhirai)	Gemini (6.40 to 20 degrees)	Rahu	Ku, Kam, Ja, Cha, Gha, Da, Na, Jha
Punarvasu (Punartham, Punarpoosam)	Gemini (20 to 30 degrees)	Jupiter	Ke, Kay, Ko, Ha, Hi, Hee

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Kalisa In Different Languages

It’s exciting to see our baby’s name spelled and written in various languages. See how people spell Kalisa in Spanish, French, German, Italian, and more! Each language has its own way of saying Kalisa, but it’s still the same special name. Learn how the name looks and sounds in different languages around the world!

Name	Language	Code
Kalisa	English	en
卡利萨	Chinese	zh-CN
कलिसा	Hindi	hi
Kalisa	Spanish	es
Kalisa	French	fr
كاليسا	Arabic	ar
কালিসা	Bengali	bn
Kalisa	Portuguese	pt
Калиса	Russian	ru
کلیسا	Urdu	ur
Kalisa	Indonesian	id
Kalisa	German	de
カリサ	Japanese	ja
कलिसा	Marathi	mr
కలిసా	Telugu	te
Kalisa	Turkish	tr
கலிசா	Tamil	ta
Kalisa	Vietnamese	vi
Kalisa	Tagalog	tl
칼리사	Korean	ko
Kalisa	Hausa	ha
Kalisa	Swahili	sw
Kalisa	Javanese	jv
Kalisa	Italian	it
ਕਲੀਸਾ	Punjabi	pa
કાલિસા	Gujarati	gu
คาลิสา	Thai	th
ಕಲಿಸಾ	Kannada	kn
ካሊሳ	Amharic	am
कलिसा	Bhojpuri	bho
Kalisa	Yoruba	yo

How To Communicate The Name Kalisa In Sign Languages

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In Braille Alphabet

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In Morse Code

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In Binary

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Name Numerology For Kalisa

Numerology is an occult system that gives significance to numbers and their influence on human life and destiny. Numerologists attribute specific qualities, energies, and characteristics to a number. Parents who believe in numerology prefer to choose baby names that resonate positively with the child’s unique numerical vibrations, often derived from their date of birth. Here we give a general birth number and personality traits of the name Kalisa, based on the Pythagorean (Western) system. This analysis will differ from child to child based on their date of birth. You may use our numerology calculator for more personalized information.

Baby Name Lists Containing Kalisa

Read through our baby name lists that include the name Kalisa and several other similar names. The wider the choice, the better your selection. Isn't it?

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the meaning of the name Kalisa?

The name Kalisa means purely concentrated on the almighty, and the one who has given herself to god.

2. What is the origin of the name Kalisa?

Kalisa has a Jamaican origin.

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