Calder Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Calder Name at a Glance

Name	Calder
Meaning	Rough waters.
Origin	Scottish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Calder Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Calder means “Rough waters”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Calder Name Origin

Our database records Calder under Scottish origin. Browse more Scottish baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Calder a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Calder is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Calder

When considering Calder for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.