Prepare to Meet the Next Generation’s Internet Password: The Baby Name of the Day! Expecting parents, brace yourselves for a name that might just make Grandma snort into her tea.
Today's Baby Names: Rufus and Calliope
Is the Name Trending?
Well, wouldn't you know, Rufus is climbing the chart at the speed of a turtle on a lazy Sunday afternoon. Meanwhile, Calliope is having its moment in the spotlight, thanks to its melodious charm and slightly less melodious ease of spelling. But let's be honest, neither is quite ready to knock Sophia or Liam off their pedestals yet.
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Rufus might draw some comparisons to popular ‘dog’ names, but a discernment in unique character often wins hearts. As for Calliope, any potential teases may quickly downgrade into confusion over the spelling—perfect for a quick dodge of the playground taunts!
3 Famous People with This Name
For Rufus, we have the inimitable Rufus Wainwright (singer extraordinaire), Rufus Sewell (actor captivating us with his villainous charm), and of course Rufus the naked molerat from Kim Possible—an icon in any right.
Calliope may not have household names just yet, but we forever treasure Calliope Jones from "General Hospital," Calliope Stephanides from Jef
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History of the Name
Rufus has biblical roots and was a favorite among Roman emperors, evidently the go-to name for aspiring rulers or dachshunds. Calliope, oh la la! She hails from Greek mythology as the muse of epic poetry, offering your little cherub the gift of artistic wisdom—or at the very least the ability to fill a room with cries of creative energy!
Meaning of the Name
Rufus simply means 'red-haired' in Latin. So, embrace ginger locks or the idea of them, and go with the flow. For Calliope, it translates to 'beautifully voiced' in Greek; the perfect choice for parents hoping their baby girl either learns to sing lullabies sweetly back to them, or learns to holler less frequently at three AM.
