Callahan
Callahan: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkæləhæn/
Meaning and origin of Callahan
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
From Irish Ó Ceallacháin, from Ceallachán, diminutive of the given name Ceallach. Doublet of Kelly and Kellogg.
How popular is Callahan?
Since 1880, 1,001 girls and 6,030 boys in the U.S. have been named Callahan (14% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1748 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #227 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #227 for boys, with 1,682 babies given the name.
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Callahan FAQ
What does the name Callahan mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname. From Irish Ó Ceallacháin, from Ceallachán, diminutive of the given name Ceallach. Doublet of Kelly and Kellogg.
What is the origin of the name Callahan?
Callahan is listed as a name of Irish origin.
How popular is the name Callahan?
Since 1880, 1,001 girls and 6,030 boys in the U.S. have been named Callahan (14% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1748 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #227 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #227 for boys, with 1,682 babies given the name.
Is Callahan a boy or girl name?
Callahan is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (1,001 girls and 6,030 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.