Kallista
Greek · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Kallista
Kallista derives from the Greek word "kallos" (κάλλος), meaning "beauty," making the name signify "the most beautiful" or "most beautiful one." The name is primarily used in Greek-speaking cultures and Orthodox Christian communities, with historical roots in ancient Greece where it appeared in classical literature and mythology.
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Etymology
Kallista derives from the Greek word "kallos" (κάλλος), meaning "beauty," making the name signify "the most beautiful" or "most beautiful one." The name is primarily used in Greek-speaking cultures and Orthodox Christian communities, with historical roots in ancient Greece where it appeared in classical literature and mythology.
Kallista currently ranks #5,819 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2001.
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