Arlyn vs Callister

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Callister

Boy #43,579 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek via Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Manx Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#43,579
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Arlyn Rank #6,319
Callister Rank #43,579

Arlyn is more popular, ranked #6319 vs #43579 for Callister.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arlyn or Callister more popular?

Arlyn is more popular, ranked #6319 compared to Callister at #43579 in the United States.

What do Arlyn and Callister mean?

Arlyn means "eagle, nobleman" (Old Germanic origin). Callister means "defender of men" (Greek via Gaelic origin).

Are Arlyn and Callister boy or girl names?

Arlyn is primarily a boy name. Callister is primarily a boy name.

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