Callum
boy name#118 in 2025Callum entered the US charts in 1983, peaked at #118 in 2025, ranks #118 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1983–2025
#118
rank today
#118
peak (2025)
2,995
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #5879 |
| 1990s | #2458 |
| 2000s | #1264 |
| 2010s | #702 |
| 2020s | #226 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Callum has been most popular in CA, TX, OH.
Living bearers
About 16,000 people named Callum are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Callum is a kid of about 3 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Callum in 2025?
- Callum ranks #118 among US boy names in 2025, with 2,995 babies given the name.
- When was the name Callum most popular?
- Callum peaked in 2025, reaching #118 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Callum with classmates?
- Callum will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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