The baby name Kallum is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈkæləm/ (KAL-um).
Kallum is Scottish Gaelic in Origin.
The baby name Kallum is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈkæləm/ (KAL-um).
Kallum is Scottish Gaelic in Origin.
Kallum is a modern respelling of the Scottish Gaelic Calum, itself derived from Latin Columba, meaning “dove.” The name gained prominence through Saint Columba (521–597), the Irish missionary who founded the monastery on Iona and helped spread Christianity in Scotland. Because of this sacred lineage, the dove meaning resonates with symbols of peace, purity, and the Holy Spirit.
Usage is deep-rooted in Scotland from medieval times and expanded across the United Kingdom, peaking in popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries; Kallum reflects contemporary preference for K-initial variants. Closest forms include Calum (Gaelic), Callum (Anglicized), and Irish Colm; the original Latin Columba and French Colombe appear as historical or feminine counterparts. Common short form is Cal. The surname McCallum (“son of Calum”) testifies to the name’s longstanding cultural footprint in Gaelic-speaking communities.
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ireland | Boys | 2022 | #1 | — | 794 |
| Canada | Boys | 2024 | #296 | 11 | 2,588 |
| AR | Boys | 0 | #483 | 1 | 7,628 |
| HK | Boys | 0 | #557 | 1 | 12,905 |
| United States | Boys | 2024 | #803 | 90 | 7,044 |
| AE | Boys | 0 | #1,143 | 1 | 22,615 |
| ZA | Girls | 0 | #1,236 | 1 | 25,928 |
| ZA | Boys | 0 | #1,271 | 2 | 25,619 |
Kallum is popular in 6 countries — most recent births per country:
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