Calissa Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Calissa Name at a Glance

Name	Calissa
Meaning	Most beautiful. Diminutive of Calista, Mythological Arcadian who transformed into a she-bear, then into the Great Bear constellation.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Calissa Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Calissa means “Most beautiful. Diminutive of Calista, Mythological Arcadian who transformed into a she-bear, then into the Great Bear constellation”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Calissa Name Origin

Our database records Calissa under Greek origin. Browse more Greek baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Calissa a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Calissa is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Calissa

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