Callan
Callan: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Callan
Root meaning: “descendant of Cathalán”
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
Borrowed from Irish Ó Cathaláin (“descendant of Cathalán”).
How popular is Callan?
Since 1880, 1,470 girls and 11,164 boys in the U.S. have been named Callan (12% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2252 in 1988. Its highest rank for boys was #190 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #190 for boys, with 1,983 babies given the name.
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Callan FAQ
What does the name Callan mean?
Callan traces back to a root meaning "descendant of Cathalán". A male given name transferred from the surname. Borrowed from Irish Ó Cathaláin (“descendant of Cathalán”).
What is the origin of the name Callan?
Callan is listed as a name of Irish origin.
How popular is the name Callan?
Since 1880, 1,470 girls and 11,164 boys in the U.S. have been named Callan (12% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2252 in 1988. Its highest rank for boys was #190 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #190 for boys, with 1,983 babies given the name.
Is Callan a boy or girl name?
Callan is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (1,470 girls and 11,164 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.