Boden 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

Boden Rank #818
Callister Rank #43,579

Boden is more popular, ranked #818 vs #43579 for Callister.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Boden or Callister more popular?

Boden is more popular, ranked #818 compared to Callister at #43579 in the United States.

What do Boden and Callister mean?

Boden means "one who brings news" (Old English origin). Callister means "defender of men" (Greek via Gaelic origin).

Are Boden and Callister boy or girl names?

Boden is primarily a boy name. Callister is primarily a boy name.

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