Calli Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Calli is of Greek origin, derived from the word 'kallos', meaning beauty. It has evolved from its roots in ancient Greek and is now used in modern English. The name is often associated with traits of beauty and creativity, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 20th century and is seen as a trendy name today, with several variants such as Callie and Kali.
The name Calli is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Calli has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Calli' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7019th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4533rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1594th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1587th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2739th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Calli' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Calli"
Pronunciation
/ˈkæli/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Calli is derived from the Greek word 'kallos', meaning 'beauty'. It is often associated with the Muses, specifically Calliope, who was the muse of epic poetry.
Meaning
beauty
Language Evolution
Kallos (Greek), Calliope (Ancient Greek), Calli (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century as a feminine name, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Callie, Kali, Kallie
Modern Popularity & Image
Calli is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with creativity and beauty.
Famous People
Calli Thorne, an American actress, Calli O'Brien, a prominent figure in social media
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Calli"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Calli"
"Calli" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 7019th of 12526 | 50 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4533rd of 19264 | 200 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1594th of 27321 | 1,421 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1587th of 35406 | 2,064 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2739th of 30306 | 756 |
Regional Popularity of "Calli" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Calli" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
35.60% 1312th/3685 |
71.37% 3194th/4475 |
32.71% 1699th/5194 |
34.19% 2160th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
26.41% 1210th/4582 |
46.09% 2380th/5164 |
25.02% 1830th/7313 |
31.31% 2337th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
58.11% 2315th/3984 |
87.74% 3937th/4487 |
41.20% 2811th/6822 |
70.49% 4424th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Calli"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Calli" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.