Kalliope Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kalliope is a Greek name meaning 'beautiful voice'. It has evolved from its ancient forms and is connected to the Muse of epic poetry, which has influenced its cultural significance. The traits associated with the name include creativity and artistic expression, and it has no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kalliope"
Pronunciation
/kæˈlaɪəpi/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Kalliope is derived from the Greek elements 'kallos' meaning 'beauty' and 'ops' meaning 'voice' or 'appearance'. This suggests the meaning of 'beautiful voice'.
Meaning
beautiful voice
Language Evolution
Kalliope, Calliope, Kalliopeia
Historical Usage
Kalliope gained popularity in ancient Greece as the name of one of the Muses, specifically the Muse of epic poetry, which contributed to its enduring use in literature and culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Calliope, Kalliopea, Calli
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Kalliope is viewed as a unique and artistic name, often associated with creativity and inspiration due to its mythological roots.
Famous People
Kalliope Tsaroucha, a contemporary Greek artist, Calliope (Kalliope) in various works of literature and art
📊 Kalliope Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 104 peak births in 2021
Geographic Spread
Popular across 14 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kalliope"
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 "Kalliope"
"Kalliope" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 8441st of 9107 | 7 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 7607th of 9204 | 12 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11599th of 12526 | 7 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 10438th of 19264 | 41 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 17789th of 27321 | 25 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8070th of 35406 | 217 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2426th of 30306 | 901 |
Regional Popularity of "Kalliope" 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 "Kalliope" 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% 3483rd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
91.16% 6803rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
55.10% 2195th/3984 |
68.82% 3088th/4487 |
39.08% 2666th/6822 |
41.94% 2632nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kalliope"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kalliope" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Kalliope" in the United States
The name Kalliope is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West 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, Kalliope has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, too falling 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, 'Kalliope' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 8441st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 7607th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11599th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10438th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 17789th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8070th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2426th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kalliope' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.