Calista
Calista: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Calista
- A female given name from Latin.
Etymology
From Latin Callistus, from Ancient Greek Κάλλιστος (Kállistos, “most beautiful”), from καλός (kalós, “beautiful”). Compare Callisto.
How popular is Calista?
Since 1880, 7,504 girls in the U.S. have been named Calista. Its highest rank for girls was #519 in 1999. In 2025, 131 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Calista
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Sibling name ideas for Calista
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Calista FAQ
What does the name Calista mean?
A female given name from Latin. From Latin Callistus, from Ancient Greek Κάλλιστος (Kállistos, “most beautiful”), from καλός (kalós, “beautiful”). Compare Callisto.
What is the origin of the name Calista?
Calista is listed as a name of Latin origin.
How popular is the name Calista?
Since 1880, 7,504 girls in the U.S. have been named Calista. Its highest rank for girls was #519 in 1999. In 2025, 131 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Calista a boy or girl name?
Calista is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 7,504 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.