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Addison vs Calder

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Calder

Boy #2,005 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rough waters, hard stream"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,005
Total SSA Count
77
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Addison Rank #1,937
Calder Rank #2,005

Addison is more popular, ranked #1937 vs #2005 for Calder.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Addison or Calder more popular?

Addison is more popular, ranked #1937 compared to Calder at #2005 in the United States.

What do Addison and Calder mean?

Addison means "son of Adam" (Old English origin). Calder means "rough waters, hard stream" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Addison and Calder boy or girl names?

Addison is primarily a boy name. Calder is primarily a boy name.

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