Gerard vs Callister

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gerard

Boy #1,529 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"brave spear, strong with a spear"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #43,579 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek via Gaelic

Scottish Manx Irish

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Gerard Rank #1,529

Callister Rank #43,579

Gerard is more popular, ranked #1529 vs #43579 for Callister.

Is Gerard or Callister more popular?

Gerard is more popular, ranked #1529 compared to Callister at #43579 in the United States.

What do Gerard and Callister mean?

Gerard means "brave spear, strong with a spear" (Old High German origin). Callister means "defender of men" (Greek via Gaelic origin).

Are Gerard and Callister boy or girl names?

Gerard is primarily a boy name. Callister is primarily a boy name.