Calder - name meaning, origin

The boy's name Calder \c(a)-

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 an uncommon first name for men but a very common last name for both men and women (#5883 out of 88799). (1990 U.S. Census)

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