Callister vs Phillip

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
Phillip Rank #627

Phillip is more popular, ranked #627 vs #43579 for Callister.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Callister or Phillip more popular?

Phillip is more popular, ranked #627 compared to Callister at #43579 in the United States.

What do Callister and Phillip mean?

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

Are Callister and Phillip boy or girl names?

Callister is primarily a boy name. Phillip is primarily a boy name.

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