Callie
Callie is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Most beautiful or lovely.
Origin and history
Callie originated as a diminutive of Greek names containing the element 'kallos', such as Callista or Calliope. It has long enjoyed independent use in the United States as a given name. In recent years, it remains a popular choice for baby girls.
Popularity in the United States
70,190 babies in the United States have been named Callie since 1880. It ranks #477 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #174.
States where it is most popular
- TX (9.5 %)
- CA (5.5 %)
- NC (5.4 %)
- TN (5.2 %)
- GA (5.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 1,515 |
| 1890-1900 | 2,131 |
| 1900-1910 | 2,151 |
| 1910-1920 | 3,048 |
| 1920-1930 | 3,026 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,888 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,473 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,207 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,035 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,786 |
| 1980-1990 | 5,044 |
| 1990-2000 | 9,397 |
| 2000-2010 | 10,898 |
| 2010-2019 | 15,499 |
| 2020-2029 | 10,092 |
Famous people named Callie
- Callie Thorne: Actress
- Callie Khouri: Screenwriter, Director
Fun facts
- Callie derives from the ancient Greek word 'kallos', which translates directly to beauty.
- While originally a nickname for Callista or Calliope, Callie has established itself as an independent given name for generations.