BABY NAMES
Calliope
Greek
 Up in popularity
 Down in popularity
 Best bet
 Unisex
Hear the name Calliope, and the tinkling music of a merry-go-round instantly enters your head. It's a pretty name with lovely associations, but still a bit too precious for everyday use.

Variations
Kalliope, Callia, Callyope
Popularity rankings from the Social Security Administration
Calliope
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