Gene vs Calder

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gene

Boy #1,910 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"well-born, of noble descent"

Origin: Greek

American English French

15 High Risk

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Boy #2,005 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rough waters, hard stream"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish English American

✓ All Clear

Gene Rank #1,910

Calder Rank #2,005

Gene is more popular, ranked #1910 vs #2005 for Calder.

Is Gene or Calder more popular?

Gene is more popular, ranked #1910 compared to Calder at #2005 in the United States.

What do Gene and Calder mean?

Gene means "well-born, of noble descent" (Greek origin). Calder means "rough waters, hard stream" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Gene and Calder boy or girl names?

Gene is primarily a boy name. Calder is primarily a boy name.