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Mahlon vs Callaghan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mahlon

Boy #3,441 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sickness; weakness"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Christian Jewish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,441
Total SSA Count
34
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Mahlon Rank #3,441
Callaghan Rank #3,457

Mahlon is more popular, ranked #3441 vs #3457 for Callaghan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mahlon or Callaghan more popular?

Mahlon is more popular, ranked #3441 compared to Callaghan at #3457 in the United States.

What do Mahlon and Callaghan mean?

Mahlon means "sickness; weakness" (Hebrew origin). Callaghan means "lover of churches" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Mahlon and Callaghan boy or girl names?

Mahlon is primarily a boy name. Callaghan is primarily a boy name.

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