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Kaliope
Pronounced kə-LY-ə-pee /kəˈlaɪ.ə.pi/Medium
Meaning: A K-spelling of Calliope — from Greek kalliope, 'the beautiful-voiced' (kallos, 'beauty', plus ops, 'voice') — the Muse of epic poetryMedium
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History & Origin
Kaliope is a K-spelling of Calliope — from Greek kalliope, 'the beautiful-voiced' (kallos, 'beauty', plus ops, 'voice'). Calliope was the chief of the nine Muses, the Muse of epic poetry and eloquence (and the steam-organ is named for her). A lyrical, classic, musical name (said 'kə-LY-ə-pee'; nicknames Callie, Poppy).
In the U.S. it appears in Greek and literary families. Rare, the-beautiful-voiced at the root, and lyrical.
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What does the name Kaliope mean?
Kaliope spells Calliope — Greek 'the beautiful-voiced' (the Muse of epic poetry).
How do you pronounce Kaliope?
It's said kə-LY-ə-pee /kəˈlaɪ.ə.pi/ — four syllables, stress on the second.
Is Kaliope a boy or girl name?
Kaliope is a girl's name.
How popular is Kaliope?
Kaliope is a rare name in the U.S.