Calliope
Calliope is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Beautiful voice.
Origin and history
Calliope is a classical Greek name derived from elements meaning 'beautiful voice.' In Greek mythology, Calliope was the Muse of epic poetry and eloquence. While historically rare in the United States, the name has seen a notable rise in popularity during the 2020s.
Popularity in the United States
6,098 babies in the United States have been named Calliope since 1880. It ranks #2188 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #540.
States where it is most popular
- CA (14.4 %)
- TX (10.7 %)
- FL (5.6 %)
- NY (5.2 %)
- OH (4.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 7 |
| 1920-1930 | 43 |
| 1930-1940 | 5 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 10 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 11 |
| 1990-2000 | 55 |
| 2000-2010 | 287 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,339 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,336 |
Famous people named Calliope
- Calliope Thorne: Actress
Nicknames
Callie, Cal
Fun facts
- In ancient Greek mythology, Calliope was considered the foremost of the nine Muses, presiding over epic poetry.
- The name inspired the term for a steam-powered pipe organ commonly associated with riverboats and carnivals.