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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Most beautiful
- Origin
- Greek (via Italian)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- kuh-LIS-tuh
Callista is a Greek name, arriving in English by way of Italian, and it means "most beautiful." It's pronounced kuh-LIS-tuh, and it has a romantic, storybook feel with a vintage, classic air.
Meaning & Origin of Callista
Meaning: Most beautiful.
Origin: Greek (via Italian).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Callista
kuh-LIS-tuhIPA /kəˈlɪstə/
Popularity of Callista
Callista peaked at #1316 in 1999, when 137 baby girls were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #3889 with 38 girls, so it's rarely heard today.
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FAQ
What does the name Callista mean?
Most beautiful. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Callista?
Callista is pronounced kuh-LIS-tuh (IPA: /kəˈlɪstə/).
Is Callista a popular name right now?
Callista peaked at #1316 in 1999 and is ranked #3889 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1914–2024.)
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