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Calixto
Calixto Pronunciation
Calixto is pronounced kah-LEEKS-toh /kɑˈliks.toʊ/Medium
Meaning: Spanish form of Callistus/Calixtus — from Greek kallistos, 'most beautiful' (also linked to Latin calix, 'a chalice')Medium
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History & Origin
Calixto is the Spanish form of Callistus/Calixtus — from Greek kallistos, 'most beautiful, fairest', later associated with Latin calix, 'a chalice, a cup' (routes layered, which we note; several popes named Callixtus). A melodic, classic name across the Spanish-speaking world.
In the U.S. it appears in Latino families. Rare, most-beautiful at the root, and melodic.
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How do you pronounce Calixto?
Calixto is pronounced kah-LEEKS-toh (/kɑˈliks.toʊ/). Press play above to hear Calixto said aloud.
How do you say Calixto?
Calixto is said kah-LEEKS-toh (/kɑˈliks.toʊ/). Press play above to hear Calixto said aloud.
What does the name Calixto mean?
Calixto is the Spanish Callistus — Greek 'most beautiful' (later linked to 'a chalice'); the routes are layered.
Is Calixto a boy or girl name?
Calixto is a boy's name.
How popular is Calixto?
Calixto is a rare name in the U.S.