Callum

Dove

GenderBoyOriginCelticSay itKAL-umPopularityRising
Pronounced KAL-um

About the name Callum

Though Scottish Gaelic in root, it is widely used throughout the Celtic world. It is soft, approachable, and evokes the imagery of peace and gentleness.

Callum is gentle and peaceful, carrying a calm presence that puts others at ease.

Fun fact

Callum comes from the Latin 'columba,' meaning dove, the same root as Saint Columba, a famous Irish missionary.

Nicknames for Callum

Cal

Variations

CalumColm

Famous people named Callum

  • Callum Turner (actor)
  • Callum Hudson-Odoi (footballer)

Sibling name ideas

RoryFinlayLachlanAngus

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