Gregory 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

Gregory Rank #538
Callister Rank #43,579

Gregory is more popular, ranked #538 vs #43579 for Callister.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gregory or Callister more popular?

Gregory is more popular, ranked #538 compared to Callister at #43579 in the United States.

What do Gregory and Callister mean?

Gregory means "watchful, vigilant, alert" (Greek origin). Callister means "defender of men" (Greek via Gaelic origin).

Are Gregory and Callister boy or girl names?

Gregory is primarily a boy name. Callister is primarily a boy name.

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