Callum is a moderately popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #251 in 2025 with 186 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1998 with 5,600 births ranking #8. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 95.7%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 1,462 boys born was named Callum. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Callum is a Scottish Gaelic name meaning "dove". It combines a gentle meaning with a steady, masculine sound, which explains much of its broad modern appeal.
The name has long been established in Scotland and has spread widely across the English-speaking world. Its rise has been helped by interest in Celtic names that feel traditional but easy to use.