What is the origin of the name Calista?

Calista is a name of Greek origin.

How popular is the name Calista?

Calista is currently ranked #1457 in the United States and is falling in popularity.

How do you pronounce Calista?

Calista is pronounced kah-LIS-tah.

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Calista

kah-LIS-tah

Calista is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “From the Greek name Καλλίστη (Kalliste) meaning 'most beautiful.' Also a moon of Jupiter.”. It currently ranks #1457 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1999.

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What Calista Means

“From the Greek name Καλλίστη (Kalliste) meaning 'most beautiful.' Also a moon of Jupiter.”

The Story of Calista

She is destined for brilliance, a name meaning 'most beautiful' that shines with the light of a distant moon.

Calista is a name born from the Greek word 'kallistos,' meaning 'most beautiful.' It has a celestial connection, being the name of one of Jupiter's largest moons, discovered in the 17th century. The name journeyed from ancient Greece, where it was a descriptor of supreme beauty, through astronomical discovery, and into modern usage as a name of elegant grace.

Whispering 'Calista' to your daughter feels like speaking a secret of pure radiance. It’s a name that sounds both sophisticated and deeply kind, suggesting an inner light. When you write 'Calista,' you’re giving her a name that acknowledges a profound, inherent grace and a beauty that shines from within.