Callister vs Declan

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
Declan Rank #131

Declan is more popular, ranked #131 vs #43579 for Callister.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Callister or Declan more popular?

Declan is more popular, ranked #131 compared to Callister at #43579 in the United States.

What do Callister and Declan mean?

Callister means "defender of men" (Greek via Gaelic origin). Declan means "man of prayer" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Callister and Declan boy or girl names?

Callister is primarily a boy name. Declan is primarily a boy name.

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