Earl vs Calder

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Earl

Boy #2,165 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"nobleman, warrior"

Origin: Old English

English American African American

✓ All Clear

Boy #2,005 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rough waters, hard stream"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish English American

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Earl Rank #2,165

Calder Rank #2,005

Calder is more popular, ranked #2005 vs #2165 for Earl.

Is Earl or Calder more popular?

Calder is more popular, ranked #2005 compared to Earl at #2165 in the United States.

What do Earl and Calder mean?

Earl means "nobleman, warrior" (Old English origin). Calder means "rough waters, hard stream" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Earl and Calder boy or girl names?

Earl is primarily a boy name. Calder is primarily a boy name.