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Calix is the shortform of the name "Callisto" who, in Greek mythology was a nymph, or else a daughter of either Lycaon of Arcadia or of Nycteus or Ceteus. Callisto was one of the goddess Artemis’ huntress companions and swore to remain unwed.

The name can mean Very Handsome, or Most Beautiful, or in some cultures chalice

Personal experiences with the name Calix

My friend Corey has a nephew named Calix. I always thought it was really weird and the kid will probably always be explaining about his name, but it's kind of cool.

Nicknames for Calix

Cale, Lixer, Lix, Cal, Callo, Cax, Clix, Lex, Alix, Clix/Clicks or Clicker

Meanings and history of the name Calix

Callisto/Calix, in Greek mythology, a nymph, or else a daughter of either Lycaon of Arcadia or of Nycteus or Ceteus. Callisto was one of the goddess Artemis’ huntress companions and swore to remain unwed.

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