Callum vs Rhys

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rhys

Boy #354 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"enthusiasm, passion"

Origin: Old Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh British Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#354
Total SSA Count
946
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Callum Rank #159
Rhys Rank #354

Callum is more popular, ranked #159 vs #354 for Rhys.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Callum or Rhys more popular?

Callum is more popular, ranked #159 compared to Rhys at #354 in the United States.

What do Callum and Rhys mean?

Callum means "dove" (Latin via Scottish Gaelic origin). Rhys means "enthusiasm, passion" (Old Welsh origin).

Are Callum and Rhys boy or girl names?

Callum is primarily a boy name. Rhys is primarily a boy name.

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