Callum vs Ryan

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 #87 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"little king"

Origin: Irish Gaelic (O'Riain)

Irish English American

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Callum Rank #159

Ryan Rank #87

Ryan is more popular, ranked #87 vs #159 for Callum.

Is Callum or Ryan more popular?

Ryan is more popular, ranked #87 compared to Callum at #159 in the United States.

What do Callum and Ryan mean?

Callum means "dove" (Latin via Scottish Gaelic origin). Ryan means "little king" (Irish Gaelic (O'Riain) origin).

Are Callum and Ryan boy or girl names?

Callum is primarily a boy name. Ryan is primarily a boy name.