Kalista
k(a)-lis-ta,
kal(i)-sta
US Popularity:6597
Origin:Greek
Meaning:Most beautiful
Kalista is a feminine name of Greek origin. It is a Croatian, Polish, Ukrainian, and Russian variant of Calista and Callisto, which means "most beautiful." According to Greek mythology, Callisto was a nymph and a huntress companion of Artemis, the goddess of wild animals, the hunt, and childbirth. By giving baby a name like Kalista, you can celebrate their innate beauty while honoring your heritage and ancestral roots. This sweet title also offers plenty of variety in nicknames, with Kal, Kali, and Lissie all making the cut.
How Popular Is The Name Kalista?
U.S. Births
Overall:Kalista is currently #6597 in U.S. births
Girl:Kalista is currently #3773 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2024
#3773
in 2024
+ 227
from 2023
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 99, 178
Name Doctor, Kalista
Behind the Name, Calista, April 2021
Behind the Name, Callistus, June 2023
Online Etymology Dictionary, Callisto, October 2022
Britannica, Callisto, Greek mythology, March 2024
Theoi, Kallisto
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