Rough waters or rocky water
Derived from a Scottish surname, Calder likely originates from the Old Norse words for 'cold' and 'stream' or a Brythonic term meaning 'hard or violent water'. It is historically associated with several rivers and a prominent clan in Scotland. In modern times, it is often chosen for its artistic connection to sculptor Alexander Calder.
About 94 boys were named Calder in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Renowned American sculptor known for inventing the mobile
American novelist and screenwriter
A character in the young adult novel 'Chasing Vermeer' · Chasing Vermeer
The same feel as Calder — far less common.
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