Callie
Callie is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Beautiful or most beautiful.
Origin and history
Callie is a given name traditionally used as a feminine name or nickname, though it has occasionally been given to boys in the U.S. It is most commonly derived from the Greek root 'kallos', meaning 'beautiful', or as a short form of names like Callista or Caroline. Though rare for male births in the United States, it maintains a gentle, classic sound.
Popularity in the United States
637 babies in the United States have been named Callie since 1880. It ranks #4039 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1922.
States where it is most popular
- SC (34.4 %)
- NC (31.3 %)
- KY (18.8 %)
- AL (15.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 38 |
| 1890-1900 | 31 |
| 1900-1910 | 49 |
| 1910-1920 | 107 |
| 1920-1930 | 137 |
| 1930-1940 | 94 |
| 1940-1950 | 44 |
| 1950-1960 | 31 |
| 1960-1970 | 11 |
| 1970-1980 | 22 |
| 1980-1990 | 26 |
| 1990-2000 | 19 |
| 2000-2010 | 18 |
| 2010-2019 | 5 |
| 2020-2029 | 5 |
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Ancient Greek element 'kallos', which translates to beauty.
- While predominantly given to females, over 600 males have been officially named Callie in the U.S. since 1880.