Callie Name Meaning

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By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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A Deep Dive

Callie Overview

Meaning

Most beautiful, lovely, beautiful voice

Gender

Girl

Origin

Greek

Etymology

Derived from the Greek name “Calliope,” meaning “beautiful voice.”

Pronunciation

/ˈkæl.i/

Popularity

Callie is well-loved in the USA and other English-speaking countries. In 2023, Callie ranked #183 for girls in the USA.

Syllable

1 syllable

Length

6 letters

Numerology

6 (Nurturing, Responsible, Balanced)

Name Styles

Cute, Vintage, Aesthetic

Associated Traits

Cheerful, lively, charming

Spiritual, Religious, or Cultural Significance

Often associated with Greek mythology, particularly the muse Calliope, the muse of epic poetry.
A Deep Dive

Callie Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Kallie, Cali, Cally, Calli, Kali

Common Nicknames

Callie-oop, Callie-cious, Callie-pie, Cally

Diminutives

Cal, Calla, Cals, Callie

Famous People

  • Callie Cooke
    (British Actress)
  • Callie House
    (American Activist)
  • Callie Brownson
    (American Football Coach)
  • Callie Crossley
    (American Journalist)
  • Callie Shell
    (American Photographer)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Callie Torres
    ("Grey's Anatomy," TV Series)
  • "Callie's Song"
    (Novel)
  • Callie Adams Foster
    ("The Fosters," TV Series)
  • Callie Shaw
    ("The Hardy Boys," Book Series)
  • "Callie's Adventures"
    (Children's Book)

What Is the Meaning of Callie?

The name Callie translates to “most beautiful.” People with this name tend to have a graceful way about them and radiate warmth, making them a joy to be around.

What Is the Origin of The Name Callie?

The name Callie has Greek origins, derived from the Greek word “kallos,” meaning “beauty.” It is often used as a diminutive form of names like Callista or Calandra, which share the same root and highlight the concept of beauty.

Callie Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Callie in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#1782021#1872022#1792023
Top 3 Rankings#1221880#1381884#1391882

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Callie

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023179
(+8 from 2022)
1646
(+70 from 2022)
0.09410
2022187
(-9 from 2021)
1576
(-93 from 2021)
0.08789
2021178
(-13 from 2020)
1669
(-57 from 2020)
0.09316
2020165
(+15 from 2019)
1726
(+94 from 2019)
0.09764
2019180
(+10 from 2018)
1632
(+46 from 2018)
0.08894
2018190
(-1 from 2017)
1586
(-63 from 2017)
0.08528
2017189
(+23 from 2016)
1649
(+106 from 2016)
0.08729
2016212
(-17 from 2015)
1543
(-141 from 2015)
0.07971
2015195
(-9 from 2014)
1684
(-78 from 2014)
0.08632
2014186
(+40 from 2013)
1762
(+342 from 2013)
0.09007
2013226
(-4 from 2012)
1420
(-1 from 2012)
0.07366
2012222
(-9 from 2011)
1421
(-53 from 2011)
0.07327
2011213
(+26 from 2010)
1474
(+155 from 2010)
0.07607
2010239
(+9 from 2009)
1319
(-5 from 2009)
0.06727
2009248
(-17 from 2008)
1324
(-147 from 2008)
0.06538
2008231
(+27 from 2007)
1471
(+113 from 2007)
0.07062
2007258
(+46 from 2006)
1358
(+273 from 2006)
0.06416
2006304
(+16 from 2005)
1085
(+81 from 2005)
0.05190
2005320
(+25 from 2004)
1004
(+79 from 2004)
0.04947
2004345
(-6 from 2003)
925
(+8 from 2003)
0.04584
2003339
(-3 from 2002)
917
(+14 from 2002)
0.04570
2002336
(-3 from 2001)
903
(-17 from 2001)
0.04572
2001333
(-12 from 2000)
920
(-70 from 2000)
0.04644
2000321
(-56 from 1999)
990
(-210 from 1999)
0.04961
1999265
(+35 from 1998)
1200
(+191 from 1998)
0.06164
1998300
(+17 from 1997)
1009
(+82 from 1997)
0.05205
1997317
(+3 from 1996)
927
(+50 from 1996)
0.04855
1996320
(-29 from 1995)
877
(-76 from 1995)
0.04574
1995291
(+52 from 1994)
953
(+179 from 1994)
0.04960
1994343
(-32 from 1993)
774
(-81 from 1993)
0.03970
1993311
(-16 from 1992)
855
(-90 from 1992)
0.04337
1992295
(+9 from 1991)
945
(+30 from 1991)
0.04714
1991304
(-9 from 1990)
915
(-26 from 1990)
0.04500
1990295
(+45 from 1989)
941
(+195 from 1989)
0.04580
1989340
(+78 from 1988)
746
(+188 from 1988)
0.03745
1988418
(-38 from 1987)
558
(-59 from 1987)
0.02902
1987380
(+8 from 1986)
617
(+24 from 1986)
0.03292
1986388
(+9 from 1985)
593
(+26 from 1985)
0.03213
1985397
(+37 from 1984)
567
(+84 from 1984)
0.03071
1984434
(+19 from 1983)
483
(+29 from 1983)
0.02678
1983453
(+36 from 1982)
454
(+35 from 1982)
0.02537
1982489
(+43 from 1981)
419
(+65 from 1981)
0.02309
1981532
(+150 from 1980)
354
(+100 from 1980)
0.01979
1980682
(+74 from 1979)
254
(+41 from 1979)
0.01426
1979756
(-86 from 1978)
213
(-24 from 1978)
0.01236
1978670
(+25 from 1977)
237
(+12 from 1977)
0.01442
1977695
(+66 from 1976)
225
(+36 from 1976)
0.01368
1976761
(-65 from 1975)
189
(-26 from 1975)
0.01202
1975696
(+45 from 1974)
215
(+23 from 1974)
0.01377
1974741
(+115 from 1973)
192
(+42 from 1973)
0.01226
1973856
(+189 from 1972)
150
(+39 from 1972)
0.00965
19721045
(-114 from 1971)
111
(-28 from 1971)
0.00688
1971931
(+131 from 1970)
139
(+24 from 1970)
0.00793
19701062
(+99 from 1969)
115
(+23 from 1969)
0.00628
19691161
(-43 from 1968)
92
(+1 from 1968)
0.00522
19681118
No change from 1967
91
(+3 from 1967)
0.00532
19671118
(+71 from 1966)
88
(+7 from 1966)
0.00513
19661189
(-134 from 1965)
81
(-18 from 1965)
0.00461
19651055
(-46 from 1964)
99
(-14 from 1964)
0.00542
19641009
(-81 from 1963)
113
(-16 from 1963)
0.00577
1963928
(+136 from 1962)
129
(+26 from 1962)
0.00649
19621064
(-63 from 1961)
103
(-14 from 1961)
0.00508
19611001
(-33 from 1960)
117
(-5 from 1960)
0.00563
1960968
(+3 from 1959)
122
(+4 from 1959)
0.00587
1959971
(+74 from 1958)
118
(+18 from 1958)
0.00568
19581045
(-35 from 1957)
100
(-7 from 1957)
0.00484
19571010
(-117 from 1956)
107
(-18 from 1956)
0.00510
1956893
(-51 from 1955)
125
(-8 from 1955)
0.00607
1955842
(+79 from 1954)
133
(+24 from 1954)
0.00663
1954921
(-50 from 1953)
109
(-7 from 1953)
0.00548
1953871
(-108 from 1952)
116
(-20 from 1952)
0.00601
1952763
(-10 from 1951)
136
No change from 1951
0.00715
1951753
(+12 from 1950)
136
(+8 from 1950)
0.00736
1950765
No change from 1949
128
(+1 from 1949)
0.00728
1949765
(-27 from 1948)
127
(-4 from 1948)
0.00723
1948738
(-8 from 1947)
131
(-6 from 1947)
0.00752
1947730
(+18 from 1946)
137
(+18 from 1946)
0.00754
1946748
(-127 from 1945)
119
(-18 from 1945)
0.00738
1945621
(-82 from 1944)
137
(-43 from 1944)
0.01018
1944539
(+34 from 1943)
180
(+6 from 1943)
0.01317
1943573
(-7 from 1942)
174
(+4 from 1942)
0.01212
1942566
(+73 from 1941)
170
(+47 from 1941)
0.01223
1941639
(-121 from 1940)
123
(-52 from 1940)
0.00987
1940518
(+40 from 1939)
175
(+31 from 1939)
0.01481
1939558
(-65 from 1938)
144
(-38 from 1938)
0.01270
1938493
(+17 from 1937)
182
(+17 from 1937)
0.01594
1937510
(-22 from 1936)
165
(-10 from 1936)
0.01497
1936488
(-36 from 1935)
175
(-25 from 1935)
0.01624
1935452
No change from 1934
200
(-8 from 1934)
0.01840
1934452
No change from 1933
208
No change from 1933
0.01922
1933452
(+20 from 1932)
208
(+13 from 1932)
0.01988
1932472
(+4 from 1931)
195
(+15 from 1931)
0.01763
1931476
(-32 from 1930)
180
(-51 from 1930)
0.01631
1930444
(-16 from 1929)
231
(-9 from 1929)
0.01980
1929428
(+14 from 1928)
240
(+3 from 1928)
0.02073
1928442
(-20 from 1927)
237
(-28 from 1927)
0.01982
1927422
(-29 from 1926)
265
(-41 from 1926)
0.02143
1926393
(-5 from 1925)
306
(-7 from 1925)
0.02487
1925388
(-6 from 1924)
313
(-5 from 1924)
0.02478
1924382
(+1 from 1923)
318
(+18 from 1923)
0.02454
1923383
(-27 from 1922)
300
(-39 from 1922)
0.02395
1922356
(-2 from 1921)
339
(-7 from 1921)
0.02717
1921354
(-9 from 1920)
346
(-16 from 1920)
0.02704
1920345
(+2 from 1919)
362
(+19 from 1919)
0.02910
1919347
(+9 from 1918)
343
(+12 from 1918)
0.02920
1918356
(-25 from 1917)
331
(-25 from 1917)
0.02753
1917331
(-9 from 1916)
356
(-1 from 1916)
0.03168
1916322
(-6 from 1915)
357
(+7 from 1915)
0.03288
1915316
(-22 from 1914)
350
(+32 from 1914)
0.03418
1914294
(-7 from 1913)
318
(+45 from 1913)
0.03992
1913287
(-1 from 1912)
273
(+20 from 1912)
0.04168
1912286
(-27 from 1911)
253
(+30 from 1911)
0.04312
1911259
(-12 from 1910)
223
(-21 from 1910)
0.05047
1910247
(+9 from 1909)
244
(+48 from 1909)
0.05816
1909256
(-26 from 1908)
196
(-18 from 1908)
0.05325
1908230
(-14 from 1907)
214
(-19 from 1907)
0.06036
1907216
(+2 from 1906)
233
(+25 from 1906)
0.06905
1906218
(-12 from 1905)
208
(-9 from 1905)
0.06636
1905206
(+31 from 1904)
217
(+47 from 1904)
0.07003
1904237
(-25 from 1903)
170
(-29 from 1903)
0.05813
1903212
(-17 from 1902)
199
(-22 from 1902)
0.07153
1902195
(+17 from 1901)
221
(+38 from 1901)
0.07884
1901212
(-37 from 1900)
183
(-127 from 1900)
0.07198
1900175
(+17 from 1899)
310
(+102 from 1899)
0.09756
1899192
(-2 from 1898)
208
(-27 from 1898)
0.08404
1898190
(-9 from 1897)
235
(+4 from 1897)
0.08572
1897181
(+8 from 1896)
231
(+19 from 1896)
0.09304
1896189
(-3 from 1895)
212
(+1 from 1895)
0.08413
1895186
(-10 from 1894)
211
(-16 from 1894)
0.08539
1894176
(+5 from 1893)
227
(+33 from 1893)
0.09620
1893181
(+4 from 1892)
194
(+5 from 1892)
0.08613
1892185
(-14 from 1891)
189
(-5 from 1891)
0.08403
1891171
(-18 from 1890)
194
(-36 from 1890)
0.09869
1890153
(+13 from 1889)
230
(+49 from 1889)
0.11405
1889166
(-8 from 1888)
181
(-14 from 1888)
0.09566
1888158
(-8 from 1887)
195
(+28 from 1887)
0.10293
1887150
(+3 from 1886)
167
(+12 from 1886)
0.10745
1886153
(-10 from 1885)
155
(-2 from 1885)
0.10082
1885143
(-5 from 1884)
157
(-4 from 1884)
0.11060
1884138
(+4 from 1883)
161
(+26 from 1883)
0.11702
1883142
(-3 from 1882)
135
(+6 from 1882)
0.11244
1882139
(+8 from 1881)
129
(+25 from 1881)
0.11150
1881147
(-25 from 1880)
104
(-27 from 1880)
0.10520
1880122
First SSA data recorded
131
First SSA data recorded
0.13421

American States Popularity Rankings for Callie

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#2462021#2722022#2992023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#1372021#1382022#1632023

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#3262021#3352022#3312023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#1312021#1322022#1382023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#1222021#2142022#1402023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#1832021#1372022#1472023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#2022021#1672022#2202023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#1542021#1022022#1112023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#1122021#1142022#1252023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#732021#1052022#1542023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#2212021#2342022#1552023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#1482021#1712022#1452023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#1332021#2042022#1122023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#1982021#2152022#1522023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#1392021#1982022#2732023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#1492021#2042022#1622023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#2112021#1922022#2192023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#2062021#1452022#1412023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#1892021#2822022#1532023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#762021#1332022#1662023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#1402021#1592022#1172023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#2472021#2332022#2982023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#2582021#1392022#1942023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#2072021#2232022#2192023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#1182021#1262022#1162023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#2882021#2752022#2242023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#2052021#1702022#2772023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#1352021#1752022#1382023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#2462021#3112022#2372023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#3602021#3572022#2482023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#1632021#1382022#1702023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#1862021#1822022#1372023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#2342021#2692022#2312023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#852021#1212022#1112023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#1222021#1662022#1622023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#1322021#1692022#892023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#3282021#1562022#2282023

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#2112020#1432021#1592023

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#1972012#1262014#1372022

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#1742021#1232022#522023

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#1572017#1902018#1712023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#5442019#3272022#2642023

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#1902020#1652021#1652023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#3342020#3452021#3402022

Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island (RI) flagRhode Island (RI)#1642021#1372022#1122023

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#2212019#1882021#1892022

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#1232020#1422021#1662023

Wyoming (WY)

Wyoming (WY) flagWyoming (WY)#1012011#772012#712018

Vermont (VT)

Vermont (VT) flagVermont (VT)#992014#992017#502023

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#1402003#1112017#1602019

District of Columbia (DC)

District of Columbia (DC) flagDistrict of Columbia (DC)#2372006

Popularity Rankings for Callie in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#462021#452022#522023

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#812021#1402022#1262023

Popularity in Australia (NSW)

Australia (NSW) flagAustralia (NSW)#922023

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#1332021#1672022#1982023

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#1542021#1572022#1682023

Popularity in England and Wales

England and Wales flagEngland and Wales#2142019#1712020#1722021

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#8592020#6002021#5382022

Popularity in Switzerland

Switzerland flagSwitzerland#9422016

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Callie a Name for Boys or Girls?

Callie is most often given to girls, celebrated for its cheerful and lovely qualities. The name’s historical roots and positive connotations resonate well with many.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Callie

Callie in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Callie Cooke (Actress, born 1993): A British actress featured in TV series such as "Cheat" and "Britannia."
  • Callie House (Activist, 1861–1928): An American political activist and leader in the movement for reparations for former slaves.
  • Callie Brownson (Coach, born 1989): An American football coach, breaking barriers as one of the first female coaches in the NFL.
  • Callie Crossley (Journalist, born 1950): An American journalist and commentator known for her work on public radio and television.
  • Callie Shell (Photographer, born 1961): An American photographer recognized for her work documenting Barack Obama's presidential campaigns.
  • Callie Walker (Singer, born 1998): An American singer and Miss Alabama 2018, who competed in the Miss America pageant.
  • Callie House (Activist, 1861–1928): An American political activist and leader in the movement for reparations for former slaves.
  • Callie V. S. Anderson (Teacher, 1847–1913): An American teacher and principal who made significant contributions to education for African Americans.
  • Callie Leach French (Circus Performer, 1861–1944): An American circus performer and sharpshooter, notable in the early 20th century.
  • Callie Torres ("Grey's Anatomy," 2005 TV Series): A talented orthopedic surgeon known for her resilience and complex personal relationships in the medical drama series.
  • "Callie's Song" (2017 Novel): A heartwarming story about Callie, a young woman discovering her passion for music and finding her voice.
  • Callie Adams Foster ("The Fosters," 2013 TV Series): A central character who navigates the challenges of the foster care system and her journey toward finding a permanent home.
  • Callie Shaw ("The Hardy Boys," Book Series): A recurring character and the girlfriend of Frank Hardy, who often gets involved in solving mysteries with the Hardy Boys.
  • "Callie's Adventures" (2018 Children's Book): A delightful story where Callie explores magical lands and learns valuable life lessons.
  • Callie Maggotbone ("Ugly Americans," 2010 TV Series): A demon and the love interest of the main character, navigating life in a world filled with bizarre creatures.
  • "Callie's Garden" (2016 Novel): A touching tale of Callie, who finds solace and transformation in tending to a neglected garden.
  • Callie Lake (Alaska, USA): A serene lake surrounded by stunning wilderness, ideal for fishing and kayaking.
  • Callie Creek (New South Wales, Australia): A picturesque creek flowing through lush countryside and farmland.
  • Callie Beach (California, USA): A popular beach known for its beautiful sunsets and surfing conditions.
  • Callie Hill (Ontario, Canada): A scenic hill offering panoramic views and hiking trails.
  • Callie Park (Florida, USA): A community park with playgrounds, picnic areas, and sports facilities.
  • Callie Island (Queensland, Australia): A remote island with pristine beaches and diverse marine life.
  • Callie Road (London, England): A well-known street in a bustling neighborhood with historic buildings.
  • Callie River (British Columbia, Canada): A flowing river providing opportunities for fishing and canoeing.

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Callie inspires a sense of joy and warmth that few names can match. It’s a name that feels like a hug. If you’re considering Callie, you’re in for a beautiful journey. Learn more about what makes Callie so special!
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