Callister vs Asher

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
Asher Rank #20

Asher is more popular, ranked #20 vs #43579 for Callister.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Callister or Asher more popular?

Asher is more popular, ranked #20 compared to Callister at #43579 in the United States.

What do Callister and Asher mean?

Callister means "defender of men" (Greek via Gaelic origin). Asher means "fortunate, prosperous" (Hebrew origin).

Are Callister and Asher boy or girl names?

Callister is primarily a boy name. Asher is primarily a boy name.

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