Kallis

Kallis is a surname best known for Jacques Kallis, a South African former cricketer who is widely regarded as one of the greatest all-rounders in the history of cricket. Born in Cape Town in 1975, Kallis played for South Africa in Tests, One Day Internationals, and Twenty20 internationals from the late 1990s into the 2010s, contributing with both bat and ball as well as in the field.

Across a nearly two-decade international career, he achieved significant milestones, including leadership roles and numerous records for his country across multiple formats. His reputation rests on consistency as a top-order batsman who could bowl medium-pace and field effectively, enabling him to influence games in all phases of play.

The surname itself is relatively uncommon and is most often found in South Africa and among people of South African or diaspora heritage. In popular culture and media, the name is typically associated with Jacques Kallis and his contributions to cricket.