US Popularity Rank: 9719

Origin: Spanish

Meaning: Most beautiful; Warm

Calida is a girl’s name of Greek and Spanish origin. In Spanish, this pretty name literally translates to “warm,” making it a lovely choice for a little one with a warm, loving personality. Calida may also be a variant of the Greek name Callista, which means “most beautiful.” In Greek mythology, Callista or Callisto was a nymph who was turned into a bear, and then ascended into the stars to become the Ursa Major constellation. If you choose this name, you’ll be reminded of baby every time you look at the night sky!