Callister vs Theodore

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
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #43579 for Callister.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Callister or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Callister at #43579 in the United States.

What do Callister and Theodore mean?

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

Are Callister and Theodore boy or girl names?

Callister is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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