What origin is the name Kalā?

Kalā comes from Hawaiian naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good sister names for Kalā?

Names from the same polynesian tradition pair naturally with Kalā — for example Makela, Makila, Kiela. You can browse more on our polynesian names page.

Kalā

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Kalā

Kalā

Boy

Hawaiian & Polynesian

2 syllables

Kalā is a Hawaiian boy's name meaning "Hawaiian word meaning the sun or the day.".

The meaning of Kalā is "Hawaiian word meaning the sun or the day." — a boy name of Hawaiian origin. At just 4 letters, it is short and easy to say. It has 2 syllables.

Origin: Hawaiian & Polynesian
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

Hawaiian word meaning the sun or the day.

Popularity

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Quick answers about Kalā

What does Kalā mean?

Kalā is a boy name of Hawaiian origin meaning "Hawaiian word meaning the sun or the day.".

How popular is Kalā?

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Sister names that go with Kalā

Makela Makila Kiela Laylanie Keilany Lalani

How to say Kalā

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Name numerology

6is the Chaldean number for Kalā.

Number 6 is linked with care, family and responsibility.

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Other meanings of Kalā

Hawaiian & Polynesian (girl): "Hawaiian word meaning the sun or the day."

Names with a similar meaning to Kalā

Kalā means "Hawaiian word meaning the sun or the day." — these names share that spirit.

Jacob — "A Marathi transliteration of the name Jacob, meaning one who follows or is protected by God." (Hebrew)
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Alexander — "A Greek name meaning defender of men, popular among the Telugu Christian community." (Greek)
Daniel — "A common Christian name in Tamil Nadu meaning God is my judge, originating from Hebrew." (Hebrew)
Andrew — "A name of Greek origin meaning manly and brave, commonly found in Telugu Christian households." (Greek)
David — "A popular biblical name meaning beloved, referring to the famous king and psalmist of Israel." (Hebrew)
Victoria — "A name of Latin origin commonly used in India, meaning victory and triumphant success." (Latin)
Samuel — "A biblical name widely used in Tamil Nadu meaning God has heard or name of God." (Hebrew)