UK girl's name
Calise
A name of French origin meaning "a calm state of repose".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2015. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Calise is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Calise popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2015 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5730, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2013, with 6 births.
This profile covers 23 England and Wales registrations across 6 recorded years from 2002 to 2015. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 50% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 23 living people in the UK are called Calise. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2016 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Calise ranked #5730 for girls in England and Wales in 2015, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2013, when 6 girls were registered as Calise.
- • About 23 living people in the UK are estimated to have Calise as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5730
2015
Births in 2015
3
Latest year
Peak year
2013
6 births
Estimated living
23
2026
Meaning
What does Calise mean?
The name Calise is thought to have originated from the French language, with its roots tracing back to the medieval era. It is believed to be a variant spelling of the name Calixte, which itself is derived from the Latin name Callistus, meaning "most beautiful" or "fairest."
In ancient Rome, Callistus was a relatively common name, particularly among those of Greek heritage. It is recorded that a few early Christian popes, such as Callistus I (reigned 217-222) and Callistus III (reigned 1455-1458), bore this name. The latter, born Alfonso de Borja, was a controversial figure known for his lavish lifestyle and nepotism.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Calise can be found in the 12th century, when a noblewoman named Calise de Bourgogne lived in the Duchy of Burgundy, which was then part of the Kingdom of France. She was a prominent figure at the court of Duke Odo II and played a significant role in the region's political affairs.
In the 14th century, a French poet and composer named Calise Baudouin gained recognition for her contributions to the courtly love tradition. Her works, which often explored themes of romance and chivalry, were widely circulated among the aristocracy of the time.
During the Renaissance period, Calise Farnese (1520-1592), an Italian noblewoman from the powerful Farnese family, was a notable patron of the arts and a supporter of the Catholic Church. Her patronage helped to foster the careers of numerous artists and scholars in Rome.
In more recent history, Calise Rainford (1911-2005) was a British actress and singer who enjoyed a successful career in both theater and film. She is best remembered for her role in the 1945 movie "Brief Encounter," which is considered a classic of British cinema.
Throughout the centuries, the name Calise has retained a sense of beauty and elegance, reflecting its Latin roots. While not as common as some other names, it has been borne by individuals who have left their mark on various aspects of history, from politics and the arts to literature and entertainment.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Calise over time
The chart below shows babies named Calise registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2002 to 2015. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Calise, the clearest high point is 2013. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2015, compared with 6 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Calise by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Calise was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4986 | 12 | 3 |
| 2000s | #4178 | 11 | 3 |
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- Clara 9,435
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- Catherine 8,376
- Charlie 7,964
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- Casey 7,018
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FAQ
Calise: questions and answers
How popular is the name Calise in the UK right now?
In 2015, Calise was ranked #5730 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Calise most popular?
The peak year on record was 2013, with 6 babies registered as Calise in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Calise?
A name of French origin meaning "a calm state of repose".
How many people are called Calise in the UK?
A total of 23 babies have been registered as Calise across the 6 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.