Ricky vs Calum

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ricky

Boy #830 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"powerful ruler"

Origin: Old High German ric (power) + hard (brave/strong)

Cultural Roots

English Spanish Italian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#830
Total SSA Count
300
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ricky Rank #830
Calum Rank #907

Ricky is more popular, ranked #830 vs #907 for Calum.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ricky or Calum more popular?

Ricky is more popular, ranked #830 compared to Calum at #907 in the United States.

What do Ricky and Calum mean?

Ricky means "powerful ruler" (Old High German ric (power) + hard (brave/strong) origin). Calum means "dove" (Latin origin).

Are Ricky and Calum boy or girl names?

Ricky is primarily a boy name. Calum is primarily a boy name.

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