Kallista is of Greek origin and its meaning translates to "most beautiful" in English. This unique moniker, often misspelled as Callista, has gained popularity due to its elegant sound and rare usage. It is comprised of the Greek words 'kalos', meaning beautiful, and 'istas', a suffix that indicates a superlative degree. Thus, Kallista literally signifies someone who embodies ultimate beauty. The name has been popularized in recent times by various works of fiction, including the Marvel comic series and the novel "Callista" by P.C. Hodgell.
"Kallista's popularity peaked around the turn of the century with a high of 57 births in 2000, but has since declined, with only 9 births recorded in 2023."