Calyx

Gender
Unisex (Masculine & Feminine | Boys and Girls)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
The name Calyx is derived from the Greek word "kalyx" which means "cup-shaped" or "outer covering." In botanical terms, the calyx is a part of a flower that forms the protective outer layer around the bloom's inner reproductive structures.
Popularity
Calyx is not a popular name worldwide.

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Calyx Name meanings & History

The name Calyx is derived from the Greek word "kalyx" which means "cup-shaped" or "outer covering." In botanical terms, the calyx is a part of a flower that forms the protective outer layer around the bloom's inner reproductive structures. Variant of Calix. The name Calyx is typically used as a first name for both boys and girls.

Zodiac Sign of Calyx: Curious Gemini

Synonyms of Calyx:

C: Curious,Clever,Choice,Cute,Copycat,Candid,Chatty

A: Argumentative,Angry,Ambitious,Aggressive,Assertive,Action

L: Liaison,Lazy,Languid,Luscious,Lover,Lovely,Legal

Y: Yin/Yang,Youth-giving,Yen/money

X: Exhaustive,Exaggeration,Extravagant,Excitement,Extensive,X marks' the spot,Extreme

Calyx is:

  • a Comedic name
  • a Common name
  • a Complex name
  • a Upper Class name

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