Harris 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

Harris Rank #1,322
Callister Rank #43,579

Harris is more popular, ranked #1322 vs #43579 for Callister.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harris or Callister more popular?

Harris is more popular, ranked #1322 compared to Callister at #43579 in the United States.

What do Harris and Callister mean?

Harris means "son of Harry, home ruler" (English origin). Callister means "defender of men" (Greek via Gaelic origin).

Are Harris and Callister boy or girl names?

Harris is primarily a boy name. Callister is primarily a boy name.

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