Calder - Name Meaning and Origin

The boy's name Calder \c(a)-lder, cal-der\ is pronounced KAHL-der. It is of English and Scottish origin, and its meaning is "rough waters; stream". Geographical name based on rivulets in the English landscape, such as Brooks and Burne. Sculptor Alexander Calder.

Baby names that sound like Calder are Colter, Coulter and Galtero. Other similar baby names are Balder and Walder.

Calder is a very rare male first name and a very popular surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the boy's name Calder. Click here to compare Calder with related baby names.