Callum vs Liam

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 #1 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong-willed warrior"

Origin: Irish

Irish English American

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Callum Rank #159

Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #159 for Callum.

Is Callum or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Callum at #159 in the United States.

What do Callum and Liam mean?

Callum means "dove" (Latin via Scottish Gaelic origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Callum and Liam boy or girl names?

Callum is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.