Boy name guide

Callum name meaning, origin and style

Callum is a Scottish form of Columba name commonly associated with dove.

Origin

Scottish form of Columba

Meaning

dove

Say it

KAL-um

Choosing Callum

A gentle Scottish name that pairs a traditional root with a relaxed modern sound.

Popularity note

Popularity changes over time and by place. For current United States birth-name data, consult the Social Security Administration’s annual name statistics.