Name Kallisto Origin, meaning, pronunciation & popularity of the name Kallisto

Kallisto is a ♀ girl’s name.

What is the origin of the name Kallisto?

Kallisto is a name from Greek mythology. She was a nymph, who was loved by Zeus and was changed into a bear by Hera because of jealousy and became the Great Bear constellation. The masculine forms of the name are Callisto or Calisto.

What does the name Kallisto mean?

Kallisto means “most beautiful” (from ancient Greek “kállistos/κάλλιστος” = most/very beautiful or “kalós/καλός” = beautiful).

Pronunciation of Kallisto