Rising since 1993, #2,859 for girls today.
Popularity of Calypso since 1991
Babies named Calypso per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 22 |
| 2000s | 63 |
| 2010s | 194 |
| 2020s | 219 |
Meaning & origin
Calypso is a mythological name from ancient Greek, borne by the nymph who detained Odysseus in Homer's Odyssey. Its use as a given name is relatively modern; the name was first recorded in U.S. data in 1991, and by 2025 it reached rank 2859, its peak year so far. The name has been rising in popularity since 1993, reflecting a growing interest in mythological and literary names. Geographically, Calypso is most common in Florida, California, and Texas, aligning with states that often favor diverse and nature-inspired names. While still uncommon, its melodic sound and strong mythological roots give it a distinctive appeal.
Calypso derives from the ancient Greek verb καλύπτω (kalypto) meaning 'to cover, to hide,' and in mythology was the name of a sea nymph who kept Odysseus on her island for seven years. The name has been used sparingly in the English-speaking world, often associated with the Caribbean musical genre, which took its name from the nymph. Its modern revival began in the 1990s, influenced by popular culture references.
Where Calypso is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Calypso” around the world
Where Calypso lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
65
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Callie, Cal
Sibling names for Calypso
Names that share Calypso's style, for a brother or sister.
