Zed vs Kalum

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Zed

Boy #6,081 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"the Lord is righteous"

Origin: Hebrew (via Zedekiah)

Cultural Roots

English British Australian Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,081
Total SSA Count
15
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Zed Rank #6,081
Kalum Rank #5,914

Kalum is more popular, ranked #5914 vs #6081 for Zed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zed or Kalum more popular?

Kalum is more popular, ranked #5914 compared to Zed at #6081 in the United States.

What do Zed and Kalum mean?

Zed means "the Lord is righteous" (Hebrew (via Zedekiah) origin). Kalum means "dove" (Scottish Gaelic/Latin Columba origin).

Are Zed and Kalum boy or girl names?

Zed is primarily a boy name. Kalum is primarily a boy name.

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