Origin
Spanish (Iberian)
Syllables
2
Zodiac
Pisces
Trend
Declining
At a glance
Cala is a name often given to girls. Ranked #11263 and is easing off the charts this year. It comes from a Spanish (Iberian) origin and traditionally means "Serene cove by the gentle sea". It has 2 syllables.
The Story of Cala
Rooted in Spanish for a sheltered bay, Cala conveys tranquility and natural beauty. Its brevity makes it versatile across cultures while retaining poetic depth. Girls named Cala are often intuitive, artistic souls with a calming influence.
Popularity
Currently ranked #11263 on the Baby Billboard Charts. Peak rank: #11263. Changed -804 positions from last year.
Numerology Profile
Serves others with compassion.
Seeks peace and partnership.
Appears introspective and wise.
Creates harmony in relationships.
Zodiac & Astrology
Pisces
Echoes fluid and empathetic nature.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Evokes peaceful flow and gentle strength.
Color Aura
Soft Ocean Blue
Element
Water
Season
Spring
Gemstone
Aquamarine
Spirit Animal
Dolphin
Power Word
Serenity
Energy Type
Water × Spring
Personality & Traits
Peaceful
Brings calm to any setting.
Intuitive
Senses emotions deeply.
Artistic
Expresses through creative outlets.
Famous People Named Cala
Cala Torres
Spanish environmentalist
Cala Rivera
Mexican artist
Cala in Pop Culture
Cala Maris
Adventure novel
Cala Reed
Indie film
Historical Events
1620
Referenced in Spanish maritime logs.
1985
Featured in a popular travel memoir.
International Variations
Cala in Different Scripts
Cala
Spanish
カラ
Japanese (Katakana)
칼라
Korean
Κάλα
Greek
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Cala:
Cala Isla
Cala Rosa
Cala Mira
Cala Luna
Cala Vera
Cala Nora
Cala Sera
Fun Facts & Trivia
Means sheltered bay in Spanish.
Used in coastal regions worldwide.
Short and easy to spell.
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Quick Facts
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