Macen 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

Macen Rank #3,233
Callister Rank #43,579

Macen is more popular, ranked #3233 vs #43579 for Callister.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Macen or Callister more popular?

Macen is more popular, ranked #3233 compared to Callister at #43579 in the United States.

What do Macen and Callister mean?

Macen means "stoneworker, bricklayer" (Old French 'maçon' origin). Callister means "defender of men" (Greek via Gaelic origin).

Are Macen and Callister boy or girl names?

Macen is primarily a boy name. Callister is primarily a boy name.

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