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Callum

"Dove, peaceful, gentle"

Ranked #159 for boys

About the Name Callum

Meaning

Dove, peaceful, gentle

Origin

Celtic

Gender

Boy

First Letter

C

Boy Rank

#159

Girl Rank

#15678

Callum is a boy name of Celtic origin. The name means "Dove, peaceful, gentle" and Currently ranked #159 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with C or explore other Celtic names.

Popularity Over Time

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1950
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1960
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1970
#45
1980
#421
1990
#1324
2000
#3707
2010
#7579
2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Callum

  • CW Callum Wilson

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Connor

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Quick Facts

Syllables
2
Letters
6
Starts with
C
Origin
Celtic

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