Do we hate Calista?

kelnyc

I know some may be turned off because of the actress, but other than that, what are your thoughts? This is all hypothetical, of course. Just curious.

Calista

The meaning of the name Calista is Beautiful

The origin of the name Calista is Greek

Notes: Calista Flockhart, actress.

The name Calista...

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• is currently ranked # 866 in U.S. births

Calista was most popular in the year 1999 (#519)

Eliesc2

I personally don't really like it. I can't pick out why though. It just sounds off to me or something.

brooklynesque

If you love it, there's nothing wrong with it.

ames71

I think it's really pretty. I do think of the actress, but that's not a terrible association. Lovely name.

KtB0605

I like it. I like the NN Callie, too. Unfortunately I took that name for my cat, so I don't see myself using it. 

globetrotting7

I love it. NN ruin this beautiful name. 

kelnyc

Hmmm, I was expecting more negative responses. maybe this one makes the list after all!

hsm

I don't hate it at all. In fact, I love it!

oops34

Eliesc2:

I personally don't really like it. I can't pick out why though. It just sounds off to me or something.

This.

shannm

i like Calista.

HannahO28

I hate it. It sounds harsh to my ear. 

Puppylove*85

I like Calista, but I like Calla a little more.

kygirlie113

Oops34:

Eliesc2:

I personally don't really like it. I can't pick out why though. It just sounds off to me or something.

This.

Me three.

KINZYD

I like it!

SGC29

I am just "so so" about this name. I like Callie as a nn, though.

questionbox23

I think it's pretty and refreshing.  Other similar names are Clarissa and Carisa.

annabanana2280

Eliesc2:

I personally don't really like it. I can't pick out why though. It just sounds off to me or something.

It sounds like c.l.i.t. 

KearaD

Love love love! 

Emmax3

I don't like it. I guess because the way it sounds... lol.

rak123

I like it! 

bread&jam

It's NMS but I don't think there is anything wrong with it.

MrsWindyCity

I really like it.

alohamora

Love it.

Mags748

I love it but would not be brave enough to use it. I also like the nickname Callie.

queenbone

I don't hate it, but I don't like it.  I think of the actress and then I think of eating disorders.

But it is a saint's name, and underused. 

starrkitten89

I like this name.It isn't really my naming style,but I love it and think it's a beautiful alternative to names that are used constantly.

happilyever888

Puppylove*85:

I like Calista, but I like Calla a little more.

totally this

naybird

Love it! It's at the top of our girl list!

ycristina84

Great name! I prefer the spanish pronunciation, but it's a beautiful name. I also love the nn Callie. I would never think of Calista Flockhart in a million years, and I'd be surprised if you knew that many people that even remember who she is...

kms34

I think it's pretty but I automatically think of Calista Flockhart.  That's not necessarily a bad thing, just where my mind goes.

ljtvirkus

I like it. I met one in real life and she went my Cali. She was ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL just like the meaning.

ClareML10

This is our number 2 baby girl name, I love it!