US Popularity:1702
Origin:Scottish
Meaning:Dove
Calum is primarily a masculine name of Scottish and Gaelic origin. The name derives from the Latin word “Columba,” meaning “dove,” and references the influential Celtic missionary, St. Columba. The saint was credited with converting Scotland to Christianity, and Calum had already become very popular among Early Christian homes. Universally though, the term “dove” represents all that is pure and peaceful, allowing the name to resonate across many cultures and religions. Nowadays, the baby name is less prevalent than its variant, “Callum,” but there’s no doubt if baby’s involved, this virtuous moniker will hit the charts once again.

Calum Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Calum is currently #1885 on The Bump
Boy:Calum is currently #557 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Calum is currently #1702 in U.S. births
Boy:Calum is currently #583 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#1702
in 2022
+ 42
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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