Kory vs Callister

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kory

Boy #2,981 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"hollow, seething pool"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,981
Total SSA Count
42
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Kory Rank #2,981
Callister Rank #43,579

Kory is more popular, ranked #2981 vs #43579 for Callister.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kory or Callister more popular?

Kory is more popular, ranked #2981 compared to Callister at #43579 in the United States.

What do Kory and Callister mean?

Kory means "hollow, seething pool" (Irish Gaelic origin). Callister means "defender of men" (Greek via Gaelic origin).

Are Kory and Callister boy or girl names?

Kory is primarily a boy name. Callister is primarily a boy name.

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