How is this name pronounced?

[Anonymous]

Kaleia.

I read it as kah-lay-ah, since Leia is pronounced lay-ah but everyone is pronouncing it kah-lee-ah.

I love the sound of kah-lay-ah. Is there such a name if this isn't the correct pronunciation?

[Anonymous]

Uh, I think this is one of those names that could have several pronunciations depending on how its owner or her parents decided to say it. If you want to name your kid Kaleia, and pronounce it the way you like, then do that. I give you permission!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Uh, I think this is one of those names that could have several pronunciations depending on how its owner or her parents decided to say it. If you want to name your kid Kaleia, and pronounce it the way you like, then do that. I give you permission!

Me again. Our best friends' daughter is named Naleia, and she pronounces it Na-lay-a, or goes by Leia (Lay-a).

[Anonymous]

I would say Kah-lay-ah because "lei" = lay to me

[Anonymous]

There are a few pronunciations - trashy, uneducated, and low class.

[Anonymous]

Go with Leia.

[Anonymous]

I would pronounce it Ka-lay-uh.

But tbh I would always think of Kahlua first and foremost...not the best association.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I would say Kah-lay-ah because "lei" = lay to me

Likewise. Pretty name. I would assume a Hawaii connection.