Calliope: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced kuh-LY-uh-pee · 4 syllables
Calliope means “beautiful voice”, from Greek.
From Latin Calliope, from Ancient Greek (Kalliope), from - (kalli-, “beautiful”) + (ops, “voice”).
- Meaning
- beautiful voice
- Origin
- Greek
- Pronunciation
- kuh-LY-uh-pee
- US rank (2025)
- #451
- US babies a year
- about 585 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Rising, Mythic
How popular is Calliope?
Calliope was the #451 name in the US in 2025, given to 682 babies. It’s rising: up 232% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #451 |
| Australia | #974 |
How old are people named Calliope?
Half of US adults named Calliope are older than 21; most are between 18 and 41. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Calliope
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
- Khloe
- Kinsleigh
- Mylah
- Amora
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Questions about Calliope
What does the name Calliope mean?
Calliope means “beautiful voice”. It comes from Greek.
How do you pronounce Calliope?
Calliope is pronounced kuh-LY-uh-pee.
How popular is the name Calliope?
Calliope was the #451 name in the US in 2025, given to 682 babies. It’s rising: up 232% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Calliope?
Half of US adults named Calliope are older than 21. Most are between 18 and 41.