Callister vs Connor

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

Connor

Boy #136 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lover of hounds"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#136
Total SSA Count
2,606
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Callister Rank #43,579
Connor Rank #136

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 vs #43579 for Callister.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Callister or Connor more popular?

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 compared to Callister at #43579 in the United States.

What do Callister and Connor mean?

Callister means "defender of men" (Greek via Gaelic origin). Connor means "lover of hounds" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Callister and Connor boy or girl names?

Callister is primarily a boy name. Connor is primarily a boy name.

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