Calista vs Irie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Irie

Girl #1,647 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"powerful; in a state of bliss"

Origin: Jamaican Patois

Cultural Roots

Jamaican Caribbean Reggae culture American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,647
Total SSA Count
125
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Iri

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Calista Rank #1,464
Irie Rank #1,647

Calista is more popular, ranked #1464 vs #1647 for Irie.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Calista ___

  • Calista Grace
  • Calista Marie
  • Calista Rose
  • Calista Jane
  • Calista Ann

Irie ___

  • Irie Joy
  • Irie Faith
  • Irie Peace
  • Irie Grace
  • Irie Jade
  • Irie Rain

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Calista

Thalia Lysander Cassia Orion Cressida

If you choose Irie

Zion River Phoenix Sage Soleil

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Calista or Irie more popular?

Calista is more popular, ranked #1464 compared to Irie at #1647 in the United States.

What do Calista and Irie mean?

Calista means "most beautiful" (Greek origin). Irie means "powerful; in a state of bliss" (Jamaican Patois origin).

Are Calista and Irie boy or girl names?

Calista is primarily a girl name. Irie is primarily a girl name.

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