Callum
Callum is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Dove.
Origin and history
Callum is a name of Scottish Gaelic origin, derived from the Latin Late-Greek name Columba, meaning 'dove'. Historically popular in Scotland, the name has seen rapid growth in the United States in recent years, reaching the top 300 names for boys in the 2020s. It offers a classic Celtic heritage with a soft, modern sound.
Popularity in the United States
16,051 babies in the United States have been named Callum since 1880. It ranks #934 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #211.
States where it is most popular
- CA (10.2 %)
- TX (8.1 %)
- NY (4.9 %)
- PA (4.2 %)
- OH (4.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 44 |
| 1990-2000 | 421 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,324 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,707 |
| 2020-2029 | 10,555 |
Famous people named Callum
- Callum Turner: Actor, Model
- Callum Keith Rennie: Actor
- Callum Hudson-Odoi: Soccer Player
Nicknames
Cal
Fun facts
- Because Callum derives from the Latin word for 'dove', it has long been associated with peace and innocence.
- While traditionally well-known in Scotland and the UK, the majority of Callum's U.S. usage has occurred since 2020.