| Meaning | flower bud, rosebud |
| Origin | Bulgarian, Hawaiian, Russian, Slavic |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | Ka-li-na |
Kalina sparkles with exotic charm and musical rhythm, offering a refreshing alternative to more common floral or nature-inspired names. The name's distinct sound pattern creates immediate interest, with its three syllables flowing together in perfect harmony. This choice demonstrates creativity and cultural awareness, suggesting parents who appreciate global influences and diverse traditions.
The 'K' opening gives Kalina a strong, confident beginning, while the 'ina' ending softens it with feminine grace. This combination creates ideal balance—neither too harsh nor too delicate. The name remains relatively rare in many English-speaking countries, providing your daughter with uniqueness without causing pronunciation difficulties.
Kalina suits various personality types, whether your daughter becomes an artist, scientist, entrepreneur, or educator. Its melodic quality hints at creativity and passion, while its structure suggests organization and purpose.
Parents choosing Kalina often value individuality and aren't afraid to venture beyond conventional naming patterns.
| Kal |
| Kali |
| Lina |
| Kally |
| Linnie |
| Kalina Isato | Bulgarian actress and model |
| Kalina Maleeva | Former Bulgarian professional tennis player |
| Kalina Jędrusik | Polish singer and actress |
| Kalina Pateeva | Bulgarian rhythmic gymnast |
| Kalina Ivanova | Bulgarian long jumper and triple jumper |
| Kalina Fernandez | Argentine field hockey player |
| Kalina Tsintsadze | Georgian-born German basketball player |
| Kalina Georgieva | Bulgarian alpine skier |
| Kalina Kuraś | Polish speed skater |
| Kalina Lecheva | Bulgarian freestyle skier |
| Kalina Decheva | Bulgarian volleyball player |
| Kalina Petkova | Bulgarian basketball player |
| Kalina Collier | American jazz singer and songwriter |
| Kalina Stockheimer | German rower |
| Kalina Zatorska | Polish chess player |
| Kalina Kantartzi | Greek actress and producer |
| Kalina Krasnaya | Russian singer-songwriter |
| Kalina Santos | Brazilian footballer |
| Kalina Krušlin | Croatian actress |
| Kalina Yanushkevich | Belarusian fencer |
| Kalina Sutherland | Character in the film "The Enchanted Cottage" |
| Kalina Petrova | Character in the TV series "Spooks - Code 9" |
| Kalina Vanko | Character in the film "Iron Man 2" |
| Kalina Fallon | Character in the book series "The Magesterium" by Holly Black and Cassandra Clare |