Kallum
Kallum is a boy's name of Scottish origin.
Meaning
Dove.
Origin and history
Kallum is a contemporary spelling variant of Callum, which derives from the Latin name Columba meaning 'dove'. The original Gaelic form became popular in Scotland and Ireland in honor of Saint Columba. In the United States, Kallum has emerged recently as a modern, trendy alternative to traditional Gaelic names.
Popularity in the United States
697 babies in the United States have been named Kallum since 1880. It ranks #3979 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1458.
States where it is most popular
- TX (36.1 %)
- IN (14.2 %)
- CA (12.4 %)
- NC (6.5 %)
- FL (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 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 16 |
| 2010-2019 | 204 |
| 2020-2029 | 477 |
Nicknames
Kal
Fun facts
- Despite its Gaelic cultural adoption, the name traces back to the Latin word for dove, Columba.
- Most U.S. birth registrations for the Kallum spelling have occurred since 2020.