Callie

Callie used to be used as a diminutive of the name Calista but in more recent years has begun to be a name on its own. Calista is derived from the Greek word ‘kalista’. The meaning of Callie is ‘most beautiful’, ‘prettiest’ or ‘fairest’. This word was mainly associated with the nymph Callisto, a character from Greek mythology, who was an ardent follower of Artemis. Artemis was the goddess of hunting, wilderness, the Moon, wild animals and chastity. All of the nymphs under Artemis vowed to stay virgins. Zeus, the mighty King of Gods, was so enchanted by her Callisto's beauty that he transformed himself into Artemis and seduced Callisto and she became pregnant. When her pregnancy was discovered, she was expelled from Artemis’ group and Hera, the wife of Zeus, transformed her into a bear. About sixteen years later, when she was almost killed by her son while hunting, Zeus saved her and placed both the mother and son in the sky. These are star constellations we now know as the Ursa Major (Arktos in Greek, translating to ‘the bear’) and Ursa Minor.

Gender

Girl

Meaning

beautiful

Origin

Greek diminutive

Numerology

C is for compatible, a friend’s friend.

A is for affirm, the certainty of knowledge.

L is for luxury, the luxury of your smile.

L is for lofty, your ambitions are high!

I is for interest, you show in others.

E is for easy going, no ruffles here.

Lucky

Callie lucky number is 6.

Number 6 is recognized for its nurturing, supportive, and empathic nature. A true healer, 6 has the ability to problem solve in both the emotional and physical realms, helping others through its straightforward, yet gentle, approach. 6 has a strong sense of responsibility and cares deeply for its friends, family, and lovers.

Famous People Named Callie

• Calliope "Callie" Thorne American actress
• Carolyn Ann "Callie" Khouri Lebanese,American screenwriter and director

Callie in Pop Culture

• Edwina Dunn character on British soap "EastEnders"
• Edwina Spoonapple main character in children's musical "Dear Edwina" by Zina Goldrich
• Edwina Crane character in Paul Scott's "The Raj Quartet" (1966,75)
• Edwina Lewis character on American soap "One Life to Live"
• Calliope Iphigenia "Callie" Torres character on TV's "Grey's Anatomy"