Callister vs Arlin

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
Arlin Rank #2,419

Arlin is more popular, ranked #2419 vs #43579 for Callister.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Callister or Arlin more popular?

Arlin is more popular, ranked #2419 compared to Callister at #43579 in the United States.

What do Callister and Arlin mean?

Callister means "defender of men" (Greek via Gaelic origin). Arlin means "pledge, oath" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Callister and Arlin boy or girl names?

Callister is primarily a boy name. Arlin is primarily a boy name.

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