Calliope
Calliope: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /kəˈlaɪ.ə.pi/ · /kəˈliː.ə.pi/
Meaning and origin of Calliope
- A female given name.
Etymology
From Latin Calliope, from Ancient Greek Καλλιόπη (Kalliópē), from κᾰλλῐ- (kăllĭ-, “beautiful”) + ὄψ (óps, “voice”).
How popular is Calliope?
Since 1880, 6,098 girls in the U.S. have been named Calliope. Its highest rank for girls was #451 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #451 for girls, with 682 babies given the name.
Names similar to Calliope
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Sibling name ideas for Calliope
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Calliope FAQ
What does the name Calliope mean?
A female given name. From Latin Calliope, from Ancient Greek Καλλιόπη (Kalliópē), from κᾰλλῐ- (kăllĭ-, “beautiful”) + ὄψ (óps, “voice”).
What is the origin of the name Calliope?
Calliope is listed as a name of Latin origin.
How popular is the name Calliope?
Since 1880, 6,098 girls in the U.S. have been named Calliope. Its highest rank for girls was #451 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #451 for girls, with 682 babies given the name.
Is Calliope a boy or girl name?
Calliope is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 6,098 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.