US Popularity:5882
Origin:Gaelic
Meaning:Battle or rock; Slender, narrow
A parent seeking a Gaelic name for their precious baby may look to Calan for the answer! This gender-neutral name is of Gaelic origin, with roots in Scottish and Irish culture. It derives from the old Irish surname O Cathalain and the first name Cailean and means a multitude of things. From "battle" to "rock" to "slender and narrow," Calan's interpretations point to strength, agility, and longevity. This gender-neutral name is a unique alternative to Colin or Caoilinn and can be spelled with a double "l" if you wish!

Calan Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Calan is currently #3653 on The Bump
Boy:Calan is currently #2458 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Calan is currently #2018 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Calan is currently #5882 in U.S. births
Boy:Calan is currently #6164 in U.S. births
Girl:Calan is currently #15220 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
1992
Gender:
Girl
#15220
in 1992
+ 66
from 1989
In comparison to the previous year's data
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