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Name Profile
Cala
A deep dive into the meaning, heritage, and daily usability of the name Cala.
Primary meaning
Short form of Calandra (lark)
Pronunciation: KAH-lah
Profile summary
Short form of Calandra or Calantha. Means 'beautiful' or 'lark.' Used as a given name in Spanish-speaking countries. The current meaning shown for this name is Short form of Calandra (lark). The catalog pronunciation is listed as KAH-lah. It is listed alongside the related form Calandra. Cala appears in boy naming lists and vintage style collections, which can help when comparing nearby options in the same catalog group.
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Etymology note
Cala is currently cataloged under Spanish (greek) origin, and this page describes its meaning as Short form of Calandra (lark).
Origin note
This profile is grouped under Spanish (greek) origin.
Usage note
In this catalog, Cala is grouped as a vintage boy name. Related form for this profile: Calandra. That combination can help when comparing style-led and gender-led shortlist pages.
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