Calisto

Calisto is typically used as a masculine name and has its origins in Greek despite being an Italian name for centuries. The meaning of Calisto is 'very beautiful' or 'wonderful'. Calisto derived from the Ancient Greek word 'Kallistos', signifying 'wonderful', 'handsome', 'beautiful', which emanated from the Greek word 'Kalos', meaning 'most beautiful', 'handsome', 'noble', 'fair'. Calisto is the spelling variant of Callisto, Kallisto, Calesto, and many more. According to Greek mythology, Kallisto was one of Arkadian King Lykaon's daughters and goddess Artemis's nymph. The story about Kallisto is unclear. However, ancient authors believed in accounts that Zeus tempted her; she was changed into a bear, gave birth to a son named Arkas, who was tracked down as a beast, and positioned among Ursa Major's constellation. 
Calisto is the considered the masculine spelling variant of the unisex surname Callisto, first discovered in Sicily, Mediterranean Sea's largest island. Eventually, the surname spread to northern parts of Italy and abroad, thus emerging spelling variations and started using as first names. Currently, it is commonly given as the first name for males and the last name for everyone. Some of the famous people bearing the name Calisto include Calisto Bertramo (an actor) and Henrique Calisto (a soccer player).

Gender

Boy

Origin

Greek

Numerology

C is for caring, your finest trait.

A is for absolute, for you know your mind.

L is for life, that you live so well.

I is for ignite, the fire in you!

S is for serene, your calm time.

T is for treasure, that of your friendship.

O is for outlook, pleasing to all.

Lucky

Calisto lucky number is 7.

The detectives of numerology, 7 is known for its investigative abilities and analytical skills. Astrologically, the number 7 can be thought of as a blend of Virgo and Scorpio energy: 7 is extremely detail-oriented, but is driven by inner-wisdom as opposed to tangible realities.

Calisto in Pop Culture

• Calisto Yew character from Ace Attorney spinoff, 'Ace Attorney Investigations'. Later goes by Shih,na
• Calisto is a genus of butterfly