Callum vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Callum

Boy #159 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dove"

Origin: Latin via Scottish Gaelic

Scottish Irish British

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Boy #5 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

English Scottish Biblical

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Callum Rank #159

James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #159 for Callum.

Is Callum or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Callum at #159 in the United States.

What do Callum and James mean?

Callum means "dove" (Latin via Scottish Gaelic origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Callum and James boy or girl names?

Callum is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.