Royce 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

Royce Rank #463
Callister Rank #43,579

Royce is more popular, ranked #463 vs #43579 for Callister.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Royce or Callister more popular?

Royce is more popular, ranked #463 compared to Callister at #43579 in the United States.

What do Royce and Callister mean?

Royce means "son of the king" (Old French via English origin). Callister means "defender of men" (Greek via Gaelic origin).

Are Royce and Callister boy or girl names?

Royce is primarily a boy name. Callister is primarily a boy name.

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