Lamar vs Callister

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lamar

Boy #1,517 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"of the sea, of the lake"

Origin: Old French

African American French American Southern US

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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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Lamar Rank #1,517

Callister Rank #43,579

Lamar is more popular, ranked #1517 vs #43579 for Callister.

Is Lamar or Callister more popular?

Lamar is more popular, ranked #1517 compared to Callister at #43579 in the United States.

What do Lamar and Callister mean?

Lamar means "of the sea, of the lake" (Old French origin). Callister means "defender of men" (Greek via Gaelic origin).

Are Lamar and Callister boy or girl names?

Lamar is primarily a boy name. Callister is primarily a boy name.