Callander

Topographic

Meaning

Derived from the town of Callander in Perthshire, Scotland.

Etymology

The surname is a topographic name from Callander, a town in central Scotland. The place name itself may derive from Gaelic elements, though the exact etymology is debated.

About the Callander Surname

A Scottish surname derived from the town of Callander in Perthshire. The name reflects Scottish place-based naming conventions and regional heritage.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 1,500 bearers in the United States #3,210 most common surname
Rare Common

Primarily found in Scotland, particularly in the Perthshire region.

Callander Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

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Notable Bearers

People with the Callander Surname