Alan vs Callum

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alan

Boy #167 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome"

Origin: Celtic

English Scottish French Breton

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Boy #159 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dove"

Origin: Latin via Scottish Gaelic

Scottish Irish British

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Alan Rank #167

Callum Rank #159

Callum is more popular, ranked #159 vs #167 for Alan.

Is Alan or Callum more popular?

Callum is more popular, ranked #159 compared to Alan at #167 in the United States.

What do Alan and Callum mean?

Alan means "handsome" (Celtic origin). Callum means "dove" (Latin via Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Alan and Callum boy or girl names?

Alan is primarily a boy name. Callum is primarily a boy name.