Emory 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

Emory Rank #886
Callister Rank #43,579

Emory is more popular, ranked #886 vs #43579 for Callister.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emory or Callister more popular?

Emory is more popular, ranked #886 compared to Callister at #43579 in the United States.

What do Emory and Callister mean?

Emory means "power, strength, ruler" (Germanic origin). Callister means "defender of men" (Greek via Gaelic origin).

Are Emory and Callister boy or girl names?

Emory is primarily a boy name. Callister is primarily a boy name.

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