Gentry 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

Gentry Rank #1,601
Callister Rank #43,579

Gentry is more popular, ranked #1601 vs #43579 for Callister.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gentry or Callister more popular?

Gentry is more popular, ranked #1601 compared to Callister at #43579 in the United States.

What do Gentry and Callister mean?

Gentry means "noble birth, upper class" (Old French origin). Callister means "defender of men" (Greek via Gaelic origin).

Are Gentry and Callister boy or girl names?

Gentry is primarily a boy name. Callister is primarily a boy name.

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