Cali
Cali is a Muslim boy name meaning “Exalted, high, noble”.
| Meaning | Exalted, high, noble |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Somali spelling |
| Arabic spelling | علي |
| Pronunciation | AH-lee |
| Arabic root | ع ل و (ʿ-l-w) — to be high, exalted |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Cali
Cali is the Somali spelling of ʿAlī, with c standing for the Arabic ʿayn. The name means 'high' or 'exalted'. ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib, cousin and son-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, was the fourth Rightly Guided Caliph. In Somali, Cali is one of the most common names and appears in countless family lineages.
Is Cali a Muslim name?
Yes. Cali is the Somali form of Ali, the name of the fourth caliph Ali ibn Abi Talib.
Where is the name Cali used?
Extremely common in Somalia, Djibouti and the Somali diaspora.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Cali mean?
Cali means 'Exalted, high, noble'. It comes from Arabic, Somali spelling.
Is Cali a Muslim name?
Yes. Cali is the Somali form of Ali, the name of the fourth caliph Ali ibn Abi Talib.
How do you write Cali in Arabic?
Cali is written علي in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Cali?
Cali is pronounced AH-lee.