Galen vs Kalem

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Galen

Boy #2,747 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"calm, tranquil"

Origin: Greek

English American Greek

✓ All Clear

Boy #6,625 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dove"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic Calum from Latin Columba

Irish Scottish Contemporary English

✓ All Clear

Galen Rank #2,747

Kalem Rank #6,625

Galen is more popular, ranked #2747 vs #6625 for Kalem.

Is Galen or Kalem more popular?

Galen is more popular, ranked #2747 compared to Kalem at #6625 in the United States.

What do Galen and Kalem mean?

Galen means "calm, tranquil" (Greek origin). Kalem means "dove" (Scottish Gaelic Calum from Latin Columba origin).

Are Galen and Kalem boy or girl names?

Galen is primarily a boy name. Kalem is primarily a boy name.