Cali

KAL-ee'KAL-ee'2 syllables
🇬🇧English
Charming

MEANING

Beautiful

ORIGIN

Greek

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Greek word 'kallos' meaning beauty.

CULTURAL NOTES

Often used as a diminutive or nickname for names like Calliope or Callista.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

The name has been used in various forms since ancient Greek times, primarily associated with beauty and aesthetics.

🇪🇸Spanish
Soft

MEANING

From CaliColombia

ORIGIN

Spanish

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the name of the city Cali in Colombia.

CULTURAL NOTES

Cali is a major city in Colombia, known for its salsa music and vibrant culture.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

The name Cali has been used to denote someone from the city, particularly in Colombian and Latin American contexts.

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