Calypso Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Calypso Name at a Glance

Name	Calypso
Meaning	The mythological nymph who beguiled Odysseus for seven years. A West Indies style of singing. Daughter of Atlas.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Calypso Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Calypso means “The mythological nymph who beguiled Odysseus for seven years. A West Indies style of singing. Daughter of Atlas”. 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.

Calypso Name Origin

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

Is Calypso a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Calypso

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