Thaddaeus vs Kalum

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kalum

Boy #5,914 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dove"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic/Latin Columba

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,914
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Thaddaeus Rank #5,721
Kalum Rank #5,914

Thaddaeus is more popular, ranked #5721 vs #5914 for Kalum.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Thaddaeus or Kalum more popular?

Thaddaeus is more popular, ranked #5721 compared to Kalum at #5914 in the United States.

What do Thaddaeus and Kalum mean?

Thaddaeus means "heart, courageous heart" (Aramaic origin). Kalum means "dove" (Scottish Gaelic/Latin Columba origin).

Are Thaddaeus and Kalum boy or girl names?

Thaddaeus is primarily a boy name. Kalum is primarily a boy name.

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