Wright vs Calihan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wright

Boy #4,274 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"craftsman, skilled maker"

Origin: Old English wyrhta

Cultural Roots

American English Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #4,274
Total SSA Count: 25
Syllables: 1
Formality: Moderate

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Calihan

Boy #4,248 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"lover of churches, bright-headed"

Origin: Irish Gaelic ceallach (church)

Cultural Roots

Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #4,248
Total SSA Count: 25
Syllables: 3
Formality: Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Wright Rank #4,274

Calihan Rank #4,248

Calihan is more popular, ranked #4248 vs #4274 for Wright.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wright or Calihan more popular?

Calihan is more popular, ranked #4248 compared to Wright at #4274 in the United States.

What do Wright and Calihan mean?

Wright means "craftsman, skilled maker" (Old English wyrhta origin). Calihan means "lover of churches, bright-headed" (Irish Gaelic ceallach (church) origin).

Are Wright and Calihan boy or girl names?

Wright is primarily a boy name. Calihan is primarily a boy name.

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