Callie
Callie is a girl name of Greek/English origin meaning “Beautiful”, pronounced KAL-ee. It ranked #175 in the United States in 2025, given to 1,754 babies, and peaked at #124 in 1880. Common nicknames: Cal, Callie, Lee.
How popular is Callie in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Callie mean, and where does it come from?
Callie began life as an affectionate short form of longer names such as Caroline and the Greek Calliope, the muse of epic poetry whose name comes from "kallos," meaning beauty. Over time Callie grew into a stand-alone given name in its own right, especially across the American South, where its warm, folksy sound fit right in alongside names like Sadie and Hattie. It carries a gentle, old-fashioned charm while still feeling fresh, which explains its steady climb up the charts. Parents drawn to vintage names with an easy, sunny feel often land on Callie.
How is Callie used around the world?
Callie is used in 2 languages worldwide, with 3+ international variants. A pet form of Caroline or of the Greek Calliope, from "kallos" (beauty)..
Male FormCallum
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Callie?
Famous People Named Callie
- Callie Torres — character on the TV series Grey's Anatomy
- Callie Thorne — American actress
- Callie Rivers — American volleyball player
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Callie mean?
Callie is a girl name of Greek/English origin meaning "Beautiful." Callie began life as an affectionate short form of longer names such as Caroline and the Greek Calliope, the muse of epic poetry whose name comes from "kallos," meaning beauty. Over time Callie grew into a stand-alone given name in its own right, especially across the American South, where its warm, folksy sound fit right in alongside names like Sadie and Hattie.
How do you pronounce Callie?
Callie is pronounced KAL-ee. Common variations include Cali, Kallie, Cally.
Is Callie a girl name?
Yes, Callie is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Cal, Callie, Lee.