Callum vs Arthur

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Callum

Boy #159 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dove"

Origin: Latin via Scottish Gaelic

Scottish Irish British

✓ All Clear

Boy #105 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bear, bear-like strength"

Origin: Brythonic Celtic

English French Welsh British

12 High Risk

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Callum Rank #159

Arthur Rank #105

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 vs #159 for Callum.

Is Callum or Arthur more popular?

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 compared to Callum at #159 in the United States.

What do Callum and Arthur mean?

Callum means "dove" (Latin via Scottish Gaelic origin). Arthur means "bear, bear-like strength" (Brythonic Celtic origin).

Are Callum and Arthur boy or girl names?

Callum is primarily a boy name. Arthur is primarily a boy name.