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Callister vs Laylan

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
Laylan Rank #43,508

Laylan is more popular, ranked #43508 vs #43579 for Callister.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Callister or Laylan more popular?

Laylan is more popular, ranked #43508 compared to Callister at #43579 in the United States.

What do Callister and Laylan mean?

Callister means "defender of men" (Greek via Gaelic origin).

Are Callister and Laylan boy or girl names?

Callister is primarily a boy name. Laylan is primarily a boy name.

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