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

Primarily found in Scotland, particularly in the Perthshire region.

Notable Bearers

Maria Callander (historical figure)

People with the Callander Surname