Willard vs Callister

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Willard

Boy #3,004 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"determined guard, resolute protector"

Origin: Old English

English American Germanic

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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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Willard Rank #3,004

Callister Rank #43,579

Willard is more popular, ranked #3004 vs #43579 for Callister.

Is Willard or Callister more popular?

Willard is more popular, ranked #3004 compared to Callister at #43579 in the United States.

What do Willard and Callister mean?

Willard means "determined guard, resolute protector" (Old English origin). Callister means "defender of men" (Greek via Gaelic origin).

Are Willard and Callister boy or girl names?

Willard is primarily a boy name. Callister is primarily a boy name.