Calyx vs Rigel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Calyx

Boy #5,845 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"cup, chalice"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #6,009 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"foot (of Orion)"

Origin: Arabic

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Calyx Rank #5,845

Rigel Rank #6,009

Calyx is more popular, ranked #5845 vs #6009 for Rigel.

Is Calyx or Rigel more popular?

Calyx is more popular, ranked #5845 compared to Rigel at #6009 in the United States.

What do Calyx and Rigel mean?

Calyx means "cup, chalice" (Greek origin). Rigel means "foot (of Orion)" (Arabic origin).

Are Calyx and Rigel boy or girl names?

Calyx is primarily a boy name. Rigel is primarily a boy name.