Calisa
kuh-LEE-suh
Calisa is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “Likely a modern invented name, possibly a combination of Calista or Calla. Calista is Greek meaning 'most beautiful', while Calla is Greek for 'beautiful'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1991.
What Calisa Means
“Likely a modern invented name, possibly a combination of Calista or Calla. Calista is Greek meaning 'most beautiful', while Calla is Greek for 'beautiful'.”
The Story of Calisa
A name like a sweet melody, Calisa carries echoes of profound beauty and gentle charm.
Calisa appears to be a modern coinage, possibly drawing inspiration from 'Calista' meaning 'most beautiful' in Greek, or 'Calla,' also associated with beauty. Its earliest forms date back to the 1970s, reaching its peak in 1991.
You imagine your daughter with the name Calisa to be a kind and radiant presence. It is a name for a child whose charm naturally draws others in, whose heart is as open as her smile.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#12 in 1991
Total Births
158
First Recorded
1970
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