Kaliope

“Beautiful voice” — Associated with eloquence and epic poetry

Greece origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#8253US 2023

13Births / yr

↓Falling

156All-time births

📅 Since 192100

What does Kaliope mean and where does it come from?

Kaliope is derived from the Greek name Καλλιόπη, with roots in Ancient Greek mythology. Khalkion was one of the Muses, associated with eloquence and epic poetry. Her name translates to 'beautiful voice'. Kaliope is a name that evokes artistic inspiration and creative expression; it has been used as

Cultural significance

Kaliope has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of beautiful voice.

Peak popularity

Reached #4842 in 1931 — currently #8253 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Kaliope?

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

Kaliope Grace

How popular is Kaliope right now?

Falling — down 2164 spots — currently #8253 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2023#8253 · Top 6.1%

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1975

2015

2020

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8253	13	▼ down 2164 · -35% births
2022	#6089	20	▲ up 744 · +18% births
2021	#6833	17	▲ up 3429 · +89% births
2020	#10262	9	▲ up 1682 · +13% births
2015	#11944	8	▼ down 2602 · +60% births
1975	#9342	5	▼ down 2039 · -17% births
1970	#7303	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kaliope

Best Year2022Rank #6089

Peak Count20

Average Rank#8575

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1970 - 20237 years

The story of Kaliope

Kaliope entered American naming records in 1921 and has been in use for over 103 years. With 156 total births recorded, Kaliope remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #7303 in 1970, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #8253 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Kaliope in 1931:

Mary Betty Dorothy Barbara Joan

Kaliope by decade

Kaliope peaked in the 1930s. See all 1930s names →

Decade	Births
1920s	17
1930s	5
1970s	26
1990s	5
2010s ★	94
2020s	9

💎Kaliope has only 156 total recorded births since 1921 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Kaliope?

Common

KalKalieKalyOpe

What names sound and feel like Kaliope?

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

Caliope

Greek · Caliope (Καλλιόπη) means

Kaliopi

Greece · beautiful voice

Greek · Beautiful voice

Kaiore

English · A meaningful name

Common questions about the name Kaliope

What does the name Kaliope mean?

Kaliope means "Beautiful voice" — a name rooted in Greece 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 Kaliope?

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

What is the cultural origin of Kaliope?

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

Is Kaliope trending right now?

Kaliope is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Kaliope a common or rare name?

Kaliope is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.