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Calla
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About Calla
Delicate yet strong, Calla evokes images of elegant simplicity and natural beauty. This botanical-inspired name carries an artistic, refined quality without any trace of pretension. The double 'l' provides structural interest while maintaining the name's gentle, flowing nature. Calla appeals to parents who appreciate understated elegance and timeless style over trendy choices. Its brevity makes it memorable, while its soft sounds create a soothing, harmonious impression. The name works beautifully alone or as a foundation for longer middle name combinations. Calla suggests grace, poise, and quiet confidence—qualities that serve well throughout life's various chapters and challenges.
Popularity of the Name Calla
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #754 | ||
| 1881 | #633 | ||
| 1882 | #684 | ||
| 1883 | #653 | ||
| 1884 | #690 | ||
| 1885 | #795 | ||
| 1886 | #663 | ||
| 1887 | #800 | ||
| 1888 | #904 | ||
| 1890 | #879 | ||
| 1894 | #955 | ||
| 1895 | #994 | ||
| 1897 | #990 | ||
| 2018 | #888 | ||
| 2025 | #888 | ||
| 2006 | #926 | ||
| 2008 | #856 | ||
| 2009 | #882 | ||
| 2010 | #933 | ||
| 2011 | #771 | ||
| 2012 | #814 | ||
| 2013 | #839 | ||
| 2015 | #816 | ||
| 2016 | #646 | ||
| 2019 | #855 | ||
| 2020 | #880 |
Top names by country: United States · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Calla
Names Similar to Calla
Nicknames for Calla
- Cal
- Ally
- Cece
- Callie
Famous People Named Calla
| Calla Henkel | German-American artist and filmmaker |
| Calla Hales | American abortion clinic director and advocate |
| Calla Medig | Canadian Olympic hockey player |
| Calla Wahlquist | Australian journalist and writer |
| Calla Wolf | American contemporary artist |
| Calla Kessler | American photojournalist |
| Calla O'Donnell | Australian actress |
| Calla Bright | American fashion designer |
| Calla Cofield | American science reporter and producer |
| Calla Ramont | American model and entrepreneur |
| Calla McCabe | Irish rugby player |
| Calla Stewart | Canadian rower |
| Calla Elliot | British television presenter |
| Calla Urbanski | American ice dancer |
| Calla McMillan | American softball player |
| Calla Morrison | Canadian soccer player |
| Calla MacNamara | Irish dancer |
| Calla Huemann | American soccer player |
| Calla Vandermeer | Canadian singer-songwriter |
Characters Named Calla
| Calla Prince | A magical princess from a fantasy novel series |
| Calla Turner | A detective solving mysteries in a popular crime fiction series |
| Calla Brooks | The adventurous protagonist of a children's fantasy book |
| Calla Montgomery | A powerful sorceress in a fantasy video game |
| Calla Parker | A young space explorer in a science fiction novel |
| Calla Mitchell | A time-traveling heroine in a romance fantasy series |
| Calla Morgan | A brave warrior in a medieval fantasy role-playing game |
| Calla Cooper | A clever spy in a spy thriller novel |
| Calla Anderson | A kind-hearted fairy in a fairy tale storybook |
| Calla Johnson | A superhero with plant-based powers in a comic book series |
| Calla Hayes | The lead character in a romance novel set in the 19th century |
| Calla Roberts | A young wizard attending a magical school in a YA fantasy novel |
| Calla Moore | A witty and resourceful adventurer in a steampunk graphic novel |
| Calla Rivers | A brave and compassionate leader in a dystopian fiction series |
| Calla Stone | A talented artist navigating life in a graphic novel series |
| Calla Foster | A time-traveling archaeologist in a sci-fi adventure movie |
| Calla Jensen | A young witch learning magic in a fantasy animated series |
| Calla Thompson | A skilled archer in a medieval-themed video game |
| Calla Chapman | The enigmatic protagonist in a psychological thriller book |
| Calla Williams | A space explorer in a futuristic science fiction TV show |