Calista Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkuh-LIS-tuh / /kəˈlɪstə/Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: most beautiful; Latin: fairest
Historical & Cultural Background
Calista is derived from the Greek name 'Kallista,' which means 'most beautiful.' In Greek mythology, Calista was a nymph who was transformed into a bear by Zeus. The name has been used in various cultures and has gained popularity in modern times. It is often associated with beauty and grace.
Trend Summary
Calista has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Callista
- Kallista
International Variants
- Calista (Spanish)
- Callista (Italian)
- Kallista (Greek)
Famous people named Calista
Calista Flockhart is an American actress known for her role in the television series 'Ally McBeal.'.
Calista Carradine is an American actress and producer recognized for her work in film and television.
Fictional characters named Calista
Calista is a character in the animated series 'The Legend of Korra,' known for her strong personality.
Calista is a character in the novel 'The Last Olympian' by Rick Riordan, where she plays a significant role in the story.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Calista was first seen in the United States in 1894. Calista has ranked as high as #831 nationally, which occurred in 1999, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Calista has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Calista (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 31 | |
| TX | 22 | |
| PA | 10 | |
| FL | 10 | |
| NY | 7 | |
| IL | 6 | |
| WA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1894 | 7 |
| 1895 | 7 |
| 1896 | 7 |
| 1897 | 5 |
| 1899 | 5 |
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1904 | 6 |
| 1909 | 7 |
| 1910 | 8 |
| 1911 | 9 |
| 1912 | 11 |
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1914 | 15 |
| 1915 | 17 |
| 1916 | 20 |
| 1917 | 10 |
| 1918 | 19 |
| 1919 | 13 |
| 1920 | 14 |
| 1921 | 15 |
| 1922 | 15 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1924 | 14 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1926 | 17 |
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1928 | 11 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1930 | 13 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1934 | 12 |
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1936 | 12 |
| 1937 | 10 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1939 | 8 |
| 1940 | 11 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1943 | 9 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1947 | 8 |
| 1948 | 18 |
| 1949 | 10 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1951 | 11 |
| 1952 | 15 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1955 | 9 |
| 1956 | 8 |
| 1957 | 10 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1961 | 12 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 15 |
| 1965 | 15 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 13 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1969 | 14 |
| 1970 | 14 |
| 1971 | 12 |
| 1972 | 17 |
| 1973 | 26 |
| 1974 | 21 |
| 1975 | 18 |
| 1976 | 23 |
| 1977 | 31 |
| 1978 | 28 |
| 1979 | 30 |
| 1980 | 35 |
| 1981 | 29 |
| 1982 | 30 |
| 1983 | 31 |
| 1984 | 32 |
| 1985 | 30 |
| 1986 | 33 |
| 1987 | 27 |
| 1988 | 31 |
| 1989 | 33 |
| 1990 | 39 |
| 1991 | 34 |
| 1992 | 28 |
| 1993 | 25 |
| 1994 | 25 |
| 1995 | 23 |
| 1996 | 26 |
| 1997 | 43 |
| 1998 | 323 |
| 1999 | 490 |
| 2000 | 401 |
| 2001 | 358 |
| 2002 | 305 |
| 2003 | 271 |
| 2004 | 282 |
| 2005 | 223 |
| 2006 | 231 |
| 2007 | 264 |
| 2008 | 207 |
| 2009 | 191 |
| 2010 | 235 |
| 2011 | 209 |
| 2012 | 196 |
| 2013 | 170 |
| 2014 | 155 |
| 2015 | 172 |
| 2016 | 183 |
| 2017 | 149 |
| 2018 | 130 |
| 2019 | 164 |
| 2020 | 99 |
| 2021 | 139 |
| 2022 | 114 |
| 2023 | 120 |
| 2024 | 150 |