Caladh as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Caladh

What is the meaning of the name Caladh ?

The baby name Caladh is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈkalə/ (KAL-uh).

Caladh is Irish (Gaelic), Scottish Gaelic in Origin.

Caladh is a rare given name drawn from Irish and Scottish Gaelic, where caladh denotes a harbour, haven, or landing place. The word appears widely in coastal place‑names across Ireland and Scotland, carrying associations of refuge, safe anchorage, and return. As a personal name it is a modern adoption, gaining quiet traction with the Gaelic cultural revival and the trend toward nature- and place-derived names. Usage is typically masculine but comfortably unisex.

Variants and related forms include Scottish Gaelic Cala (seen especially in toponyms) and occasional Anglicized spellings such as Calla or Calah; note that Calla also has an unrelated floral/Greek etymology. Meaning-equivalents in English are Haven and Harbor. The name is commonly pronounced with two syllables, roughly “KAL-uh,” though local Gaelic dialects vary. Caladh offers a succinct, evocative choice for families seeking a grounded, maritime image with deep Celtic roots.

⚙ Nothing for Caladh shows up in the birth registries or name datasets we track. That's typically a sign of a rare name, a regional or traditional one, or a modern coinage. Either way, it remains a genuinely rare choice.