Calogero

“Calogero is an Italian name with Greek origins, most notably popular in Sicily” — Associated with older generations

Italy origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#5099US 2023

19Births / yr

↑Rising

496All-time births

📅 Since 191400

How to pronounce Calogero

kah·loh·JER·oh

/kɑ.loʊ.ˈdʒɛr.oʊ/ · stress on JER · 4 syllables

“Calogero is an Italian name with Greek origins, most notably popular in Sicily”

Associated with older generations · Italy origin

What does Calogero mean and where does it come from?

Calogero is an Italian name with Greek origins, most notably popular in Sicily. It carries a cultural significance and is sometimes associated with older generations, often reflecting respect for elder wisdom. The name has seen a cultural revival in recent years. Noteworthy individuals with this nam

Cultural significance

Calogero has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italy-speaking communities, where it reflects values of italian.

Peak popularity

Reached #2888 in 1972 — currently #5099 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Calogero?

Calogero works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Calogero Grace

How popular is Calogero right now?

Rising fast — up 148 spots — currently #5099 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#5099 · Top 3.8%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5099	19	▲ up 148 · +6% births
2022	#5247	18	▼ down 735 · -18% births
2021	#4512	22	▲ up 1464 · +57% births
2020	#5976	14	▲ up 45
2015	#6021	14	▲ up 40
2010	#6061	14	▲ up 204 · +17% births
2005	#6265	12	▼ down 1192 · -14% births
2000	#5073	14	▲ up 2014 · +100% births
1995	#7087	7	▼ down 385 · +40% births
1985	#6702	5	▼ down 2477 · -44% births
1980	#4225	9	▼ down 717 · -10% births
1975	#3508	10	▲ up 136 · +25% births
1970	#3644	8	▲ up 442 · +60% births
1915	#4086	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Calogero

Best Year1975Rank #3508

Peak Count22

Average Rank#5250

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202314 years

The story of Calogero

Calogero entered American naming records in 1914 and has been in use for over 110 years. With 496 total births recorded, Calogero remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4086 in 1915, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #5099 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Calogero in 1972:

Michael Christopher James David John

Calogero by decade

Calogero peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	23
1920s	14
1960s	12
1970s	71
1980s	63
1990s	42
2000s	118
2010s ★	139
2020s	14

💎Calogero has only 496 total recorded births since 1914 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Calogero?

Common

CalCalieCalyEro

What names sound and feel like Calogero?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Calogero also consider these

American · Heart (from 'cardio'

How is Calogero written in other languages?

What are the girl versions of Calogero?

Calogera ITALIAN

Common questions about the name Calogero

What does the name Calogero mean?

Calogero means "Italian" — a name rooted in Italy tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Calogero?

Calogero is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Calogero have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Calogero?

Calogero originates from Italy tradition. Italy names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Calogero?

Calogero is a four-syllable name pronounced K AA0 L OW0 JH EH1 R OW0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Calogero?

Calogero pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Italy heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.