Girl Name · Greek Origin
Calliope
Calliope is a girl baby name of Greek origin, meaning "Beautiful voice". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Calliope often also consider Caleb.
Calliope meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Beautiful voice
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Calliope to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Calliope as C·A·L·L·I·O·P·E, with 8 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Calliope is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Calliope variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Calliopea, Calliopee, Calliopey, Calliop.
- Nicknames: Call and C.
- Middle names: Pair Calliope with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Calliope middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Caleb, Cleave, Colby, Cleve, Clive — full picks on the sibling names for Calliope guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Calliope? Browse our names like Calliope guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Calliope
What does the name Calliope mean?
Calliope means "Beautiful voice" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Calliope?
Calliope originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Calliope?
Calliope has 8 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Calliope a boy's or girl's name?
Calliope is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Calliope in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Calliope sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Calliope?
Names that share Calliope's sound and style include Caleb, Cleave, Colby, Cleve, Clive.
What middle names pair well with Calliope?
Good middle-name fits for Calliope pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Calliope is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Calliope is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Calliope?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Calliope share its rhythm without rhyming — Caleb, Cleave, Colby all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.