Kalista is a captivating female given name of Greek origin, derived from the word 'kalos', meaning 'beautiful'. It entered prominence in the late 20th century and has since been embraced globally, thanks partly to its melodic sound and elegant simplicity. In various languages, Kalista translates or is associated with concepts like 'lovely', 'graceful', or even 'pure', further adding to its appeal.
Based on the provided statistics, the name Kalista experienced significant popularity from 1998 onwards, peaking in 1998 with a record 75 births and again in 1999 with an astonishing 182 births. However, its popularity has been declining steadily since then, with only 37 births recorded in both 2018 and 2023. In total, from 1976 to 2023, the name Kalista was given to 2343 newborns.