Jake 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

Jake Rank #423
Callister Rank #43,579

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 vs #43579 for Callister.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jake or Callister more popular?

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 compared to Callister at #43579 in the United States.

What do Jake and Callister mean?

Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin). Callister means "defender of men" (Greek via Gaelic origin).

Are Jake and Callister boy or girl names?

Jake is primarily a boy name. Callister is primarily a boy name.

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