Percy vs Callister

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Percy

Boy #1,256 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Percy (Norman place name)"

Origin: Norman French

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,256
Total SSA Count
157
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

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

Percy Rank #1,256
Callister Rank #43,579

Percy is more popular, ranked #1256 vs #43579 for Callister.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Percy or Callister more popular?

Percy is more popular, ranked #1256 compared to Callister at #43579 in the United States.

What do Percy and Callister mean?

Percy means "from Percy (Norman place name)" (Norman French origin). Callister means "defender of men" (Greek via Gaelic origin).

Are Percy and Callister boy or girl names?

Percy is primarily a boy name. Callister is primarily a boy name.

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