Callie Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAL-ee / /ˈkæli/Greek; English
Meaning
Greek: Beautiful; English: Diminutive of Caroline
Historical & Cultural Background
Callie is derived from the Greek word 'kallos,' meaning beauty. It has been used as a diminutive form of Caroline, which has roots in the Germanic name Karl. The name has gained popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States. It is often associated with a cheerful and friendly personality.
Trend Summary
Callie has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Cally
- Kallie
International Variants
- Callie (English)
- Kalli (Finnish)
Famous people named Callie
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Callie was first seen in the United States in 1881. Callie has ranked as high as #871 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in South Carolina, North Carolina, Kentucky, and Alabama. In the past 5 years the name Callie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Callie (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1881 | 5 |
| 1882 | 5 |
| 1884 | 8 |
| 1886 | 7 |
| 1888 | 7 |
| 1889 | 6 |
| 1892 | 8 |
| 1893 | 6 |
| 1895 | 5 |
| 1897 | 6 |
| 1899 | 6 |
| 1900 | 9 |
| 1901 | 5 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1903 | 6 |
| 1904 | 5 |
| 1906 | 5 |
| 1908 | 9 |
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1910 | 7 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1914 | 13 |
| 1915 | 11 |
| 1916 | 8 |
| 1917 | 18 |
| 1918 | 18 |
| 1919 | 16 |
| 1920 | 19 |
| 1921 | 15 |
| 1922 | 13 |
| 1923 | 17 |
| 1924 | 16 |
| 1925 | 12 |
| 1926 | 12 |
| 1927 | 16 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1930 | 15 |
| 1931 | 11 |
| 1932 | 10 |
| 1933 | 9 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1935 | 13 |
| 1936 | 9 |
| 1937 | 7 |
| 1938 | 9 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1940 | 7 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1943 | 12 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2021 | 5 |