Callister vs Addison

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

Callister Rank #43,579
Addison Rank #1,937

Addison is more popular, ranked #1937 vs #43579 for Callister.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Callister or Addison more popular?

Addison is more popular, ranked #1937 compared to Callister at #43579 in the United States.

What do Callister and Addison mean?

Callister means "defender of men" (Greek via Gaelic origin). Addison means "son of Adam" (Old English origin).

Are Callister and Addison boy or girl names?

Callister is primarily a boy name. Addison is primarily a boy name.

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