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BoyPronounced English /kə.ˈlɪs.təs/Latin language family

Callistus

A name meaning "most beautiful".

Quick answer

Callistus is a boy name meaning "most beautiful".

Pronunciation: English /kə.ˈlɪs.təs/.

GenderBoy
Meaningmost beautiful
PronunciationEnglish /kə.ˈlɪs.təs/
Language familyLatin

Meaning and history

Late Latin name that was derived from the Greek name Κάλλιστος (Kallistos) meaning "most beautiful". This was the name of three popes (also known as Callixtus), including the 3rd-century Callistus I who is regarded as a saint.

Notes and context

Usage: late roman