Callister vs Emeric

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
Emeric Rank #2,332

Emeric is more popular, ranked #2332 vs #43579 for Callister.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Callister or Emeric more popular?

Emeric is more popular, ranked #2332 compared to Callister at #43579 in the United States.

What do Callister and Emeric mean?

Callister means "defender of men" (Greek via Gaelic origin). Emeric means "home ruler, power" (Germanic origin).

Are Callister and Emeric boy or girl names?

Callister is primarily a boy name. Emeric is primarily a boy name.

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