Ellison vs Callister

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

Ellison Rank #2,058
Callister Rank #43,579

Ellison is more popular, ranked #2058 vs #43579 for Callister.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ellison or Callister more popular?

Ellison is more popular, ranked #2058 compared to Callister at #43579 in the United States.

What do Ellison and Callister mean?

Ellison means "son of Ellis" (English origin). Callister means "defender of men" (Greek via Gaelic origin).

Are Ellison and Callister boy or girl names?

Ellison is primarily a boy name. Callister is primarily a boy name.

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