Callum is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #11312 in 2021 with 8 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2023 with 11 births ranking #9092. In 2021, approximately 1 in every 204,964 girls born was named Callum. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
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.