Calliope Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkuh-LIE-oh-pee / /kəˈlaɪ.ə.pi/Greek
Meaning
beautiful voice
Historical & Cultural Background
Calliope is derived from the Greek name Καλλιόπη, which is associated with the muse of epic poetry in Greek mythology. She is often depicted as the eldest of the Muses and is considered a symbol of eloquence and epic storytelling. The name has been used in various cultural contexts, particularly in literature and the arts, throughout history.
Trend Summary
Calliope has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past decade.
Similar Names
Variants
- Calli
- Callie
International Variants
- Calliope (English)
- Kalliope (German)
- Calliope (Italian)
Famous people named Calliope
Calliope Wong is a contemporary artist known for her work in mixed media and installations.
Calliope McGrane is a musician recognized for her contributions to indie folk music.
Calliope Hummingbird is a species named after the muse, reflecting the beauty and grace associated with the name.
Calliope is also the name of a character in the popular video game series 'Danganronpa'.
Fictional characters named Calliope
Calliope is a character in the comic series 'Sandman' by Neil Gaiman, representing one of the Muses.
Calliope is a character in the animated series 'The Owl House', known for her role as a powerful witch.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Calliope was first seen in the United States in 1917. Calliope has ranked as high as #797 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Calliope has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Calliope (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 61 | |
| TX | 47 | |
| NY | 35 | |
| FL | 31 | |
| IL | 26 | |
| OH | 26 | |
| WA | 22 | |
| NC | 22 | |
| VA | 20 | |
| GA | 17 | |
| IN | 17 | |
| OR | 15 | |
| WI | 14 | |
| PA | 14 | |
| MA | 14 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1922 | 8 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 26 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2005 | 36 |
| 2006 | 35 |
| 2007 | 42 |
| 2008 | 47 |
| 2009 | 55 |
| 2010 | 87 |
| 2011 | 128 |
| 2012 | 147 |
| 2013 | 187 |
| 2014 | 199 |
| 2015 | 221 |
| 2016 | 291 |
| 2017 | 335 |
| 2018 | 337 |
| 2019 | 407 |
| 2020 | 409 |
| 2021 | 497 |
| 2022 | 510 |
| 2023 | 622 |
| 2024 | 613 |