Kallista Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkuh-LIS-tuh / /kəˈlɪstə/Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: most beautiful; Latin: beautiful
Historical & Cultural Background
Kallista is derived from the Greek word 'kallistos,' meaning 'most beautiful.' In ancient Greek culture, beauty was highly valued and often associated with various deities and ideals. The name has been used in various forms throughout history and has connections to literature and art. It is also sometimes associated with the Latin word 'pulcher,' which means beautiful.
Trend Summary
Kallista has seen a moderate level of popularity in the United States, particularly in the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Calista
- Callista
International Variants
- Calista (Italian)
- Callista (Latin)
Famous people named Kallista
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Fictional characters named Kallista
Kallista is a character in the video game 'League of Legends,' known for her role as a champion.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kallista was first seen in the United States in 1985. Kallista has ranked as high as #1240 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Ohio, Illinois, and Wisconsin. In the past 5 years the name Kallista has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kallista (2013)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 48 |
| 1999 | 53 |
| 2000 | 57 |
| 2001 | 59 |
| 2002 | 38 |
| 2003 | 41 |
| 2004 | 53 |
| 2005 | 45 |
| 2006 | 32 |
| 2007 | 33 |
| 2008 | 33 |
| 2009 | 22 |
| 2010 | 23 |
| 2011 | 30 |
| 2012 | 28 |
| 2013 | 27 |
| 2014 | 17 |
| 2015 | 22 |
| 2016 | 25 |
| 2017 | 15 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 12 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 11 |