Calise Girl

Popularity: #932 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: kah-LEES //kəˈliːs//

Origin: Latin; French

Meaning: Latin: 'beautiful'; French: 'a variant of Calista'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Calise is believed to have its roots in the Latin word "calidus," meaning "warm" or "hot." This etymological origin reflects a connection to warmth, which can be interpreted both literally and metaphorically. The name may have evolved through various linguistic transformations, potentially influenced by the Old French and Italian languages, where similar-sounding names or derivatives could have emerged.

The transition into English likely occurred during the medieval period, as names were often adapted and modified through cultural exchanges and migrations across Europe. Historically, the name Calise does not have widely documented milestones like some other names, but it may resonate with the broader tradition of names derived from nature or descriptive qualities.

The use of names that evoke warmth or light has been a common practice across cultures, often associated with positive attributes and favorable qualities. While Calise itself may not appear in significant historical texts or religious scriptures, it shares the thematic elements found in names that have been used throughout history to convey endearment or affection.

Culturally, names that evoke warmth have often been associated with nurturing and familial bonds, reflecting the values of love and care within communities. The name Calise, with its connotations of warmth, may symbolize a welcoming and affectionate spirit.

Although there are no prominent diminutive forms directly linked to Calise, the phonetic structure lends itself to affectionate variations that could emerge in familial or intimate contexts. Overall, the name Calise embodies a sense of warmth and positivity, aligning with the enduring human appreciation for names that carry meaningful and pleasant associations.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Calise was first seen in the United States in 1979.

Calise has ranked as high as #7584 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in California.

In the past 5 years the name Calise has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Calise is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Calise was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Calise.

Year Total Births Girl
2025 16 16
2024 18 18
2023 18 18
2022 14 14
2021 13 13
2020 10 10
2019 16 16
2018 24 24
2017 18 18
2016 24 24
2015 32 32
2014 24 24
2013 25 25
2012 27 27
2011 20 20
2010 18 18
2009 18 18
2008 30 30
2007 18 18
2006 26 26
2005 21 21
2004 22 22
2003 11 11
2002 11 11
2001 9 9
2000 11 11
1992 6 6
1983 5 5
1979 5 5

Top States for Calise (2015)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
CA 5
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