Callister vs Cedric

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
Cedric Rank #945

Cedric is more popular, ranked #945 vs #43579 for Callister.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Callister or Cedric more popular?

Cedric is more popular, ranked #945 compared to Callister at #43579 in the United States.

What do Callister and Cedric mean?

Callister means "defender of men" (Greek via Gaelic origin). Cedric means "bounty, kindly, beloved" (Celtic/Brythonic origin).

Are Callister and Cedric boy or girl names?

Callister is primarily a boy name. Cedric is primarily a boy name.

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