What is the origin of the name Kaliope?

Kaliope is a name of Greek origin.

How popular is the name Kaliope?

Kaliope is currently ranked #6023 in the United States and is rising in popularity.

How do you pronounce Kaliope?

Kaliope is pronounced kuh-LYE-oh-pee.

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Kaliope

kuh-LYE-oh-pee

Popularity

#6023

rising

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Greek

Total Births

226

Peak Year

#20 in 2022

First Recorded

1921

Style

Mythological

Spelling

Tricky to spell

What It Means

Derived from Greek mythology, 'Calliope' was the muse of epic poetry. It means 'beautiful voice' and is associated with eloquence.

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Kali Kalo Pio

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Numerology

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Nicknames

Kali Kalo Pio

Spelling Variations

Calliope Caliope Kalliope

Similar Names

Penelope Ariana Ophelia Aurora Thea

Personality Traits

CreativeEloquentArtisticInspiring

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