Caliope
Greek · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Caliope
The name Caliope means "beautiful voice" and derives from the Greek words *kallos* (beauty) and *ops* (voice).
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Etymology
The name Caliope means "beautiful voice" and derives from the Greek words *kallos* (beauty) and *ops* (voice). It is used primarily in Greek and Western cultures, notably as the name of the Muse of epic poetry in Greek mythology.
Caliope currently ranks #7,563 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2023.
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