Calder
c(a)-lder,
cal-der
US Popularity:3308
Origin:Scottish
Other Origin(s):Welsh
Meaning:Rough waters, stream
Make baby ready to tackle any rough periods in their life with this name. Calder, a boy's name of Scottish and Welsh origin, means "rough waters" or "stream." Whether they will have some hidden depths or prefer to keep everything on the surface, baby Calder is sure to find some of themselves reflected in their name. Plus, you can use it to encourage baby to carve out their own path in life, no matter what the terrain might be like.
How Popular Is The Name Calder?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Calder is currently #3019 on The Bump
Boy:Calder is currently #1690 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Calder is currently #3308 in U.S. births
Boy:Calder is currently #1561 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#1561
in 2023
+ 267
from 2022
Sources
House of Names, Calder History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
Behind the Name, Calder, November 2022
Name Doctor, Calder
Ancestry, Calder Family History
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