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Calliope is a feminine name used in Greek Mythology. Behind the Name describes it this way: "Latinized form of Kalliope." It ranked #451 for girls in the United States in 2025.
Meaning and etymology
According to Behind the Name, latinized form of Kalliope. The entry lists its usage as Greek Mythology (Latinized).
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Popularity
Calliope ranked #451 for girls in the United States in 2025. The figure comes from the Social Security Administration's national file for that year.
| Region | Year | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 2025 | #451 | ssa-2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Calliope mean?
Behind the Name does not give Calliope a one-word meaning. It describes the name as follows: latinized form of Kalliope.
Is Calliope a popular name?
Calliope ranked #451 for girls in the United States in 2025. (Social Security Administration data).
Is Calliope a boy's or a girl's name?
In the 2025 SSA data Calliope appears in the girls' list; Behind the Name labels it feminine.
Sources
- Behind the Name: Meaning, origin and history of the name Calliope — supports meaning, usage, pronunciation, variants.
- U.S. Social Security Administration: Popular Baby Names — national data, year of birth 2025 — supports popularity.
