Troy 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

Troy Rank #531
Callister Rank #43,579

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 vs #43579 for Callister.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Troy or Callister more popular?

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 compared to Callister at #43579 in the United States.

What do Troy and Callister mean?

Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin). Callister means "defender of men" (Greek via Gaelic origin).

Are Troy and Callister boy or girl names?

Troy is primarily a boy name. Callister is primarily a boy name.

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