Boy
Calder
rough waters, stream
About Calder
Picture a name that evokes wild landscapes and untamed creativity. Calder possesses a rugged sophistication that appeals to parents who envision raising someone bold and original. The hard consonants give it backbone, while the flowing middle creates unexpected gentleness. This name has literary and artistic associations without feeling pretentious, making it ideal for families who value cultural depth. Calder commands attention in a room without being loud about it. It's distinctive enough to help a child stand out but grounded enough to be taken seriously in professional settings. The name suggests someone thoughtful yet adventurous, intellectual yet grounded—qualities that never go out of style in any era or environment.
Popularity of the Name Calder
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| Canada | |
|---|---|
| 2008 | #959 |
| 2012 | #879 |
| 2015 | #948 |
| 2016 | #933 |
| 2018 | #777 |
| 2019 | #996 |
| 2020 | #965 |
| 2022 | #898 |
Top names by country: Canada
Variations of Name Calder
- Caldar
- Caledor
- Colder
- Caldor
Names Similar to Calder
Nicknames for Calder
- Cal
- Caldy
Famous People Named Calder
| Calder Willingham | American novelist and screenwriter |
| Calder Pickett | Australian rules footballer |
| Calder Hebblethwaite | British Paralympic swimmer |
| Calder Sloan | Young boy whose tragic death raised awareness for pool safety |
| Calder Marria | Dutch professional footballer |
| Calder Greenwood | American artist and designer |
| Calder Brue | American college basketball player |
| Calder Stewart | New Zealand racing cyclist |
| Calder Willcox | Australian rugby player |
| Calder Atta | British-Ghanaian actor |
| Calder McColl | Scottish rugby player |
| Calder Cardwell | Australian rules footballer |
| Calder Wilson | English cricketer |
| Calder Reid | Canadian actor |
| Calder Mahood | Canadian actor and director |
| Calder Alday | American mixed martial artist |
| Calder Hodge | Australian rugby player |
| Calder Sutton | Canadian politician |
| Calder Jacobs | South African rugby player |
Characters Named Calder
| Calder Moore | Detective protagonist in a crime thriller novel series |
| Calder Stark | Noble character in a fantasy novel series |
| Calder Turner | Spaceship pilot in a sci-fi adventure book |
| Calder Morgan | Young wizard in a magical fantasy story |
| Calder Foster | Spy and secret agent in a thrilling espionage novel |
| Calder Davis | Adventurous explorer in a children's adventure book |
| Calder Bennett | Cowboy protagonist in a Western novel |
| Calder Blackwood | Wizard apprentice in a fantasy fiction series |
| Calder Knight | Charming prince in a fairy tale story |
| Calder Stone | Archaeologist in an action-packed mystery novel |
| Calder Westwood | Time-traveling hero in a science fiction adventure |
| Calder Ashcroft | Vampire protagonist in a supernatural romance novel |
| Calder Wolfe | Mercenary and bounty hunter in a dystopian novel |
| Calder Fox | Cunning thief in a historical fiction tale |
| Calder Reed | Martial artist in a coming-of-age story |
| Calder Hunter | Swashbuckling pirate in an epic high-seas adventure |
| Calder Black | Mysterious and brooding character in a Gothic novel |
| Calder Thornhill | Space explorer in a futuristic sci-fi series |
| Calder Rivers | Musician and composer in a drama novel |
| Calder Grey | Detective investigating paranormal cases in an urban fantasy |