Callum vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Callum

Boy #159 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dove"

Origin: Latin via Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#159
Total SSA Count
2,258
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Cal, Cally

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Callum Rank #159
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #159 for Callum.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Callum ___

  • Callum James
  • Callum Alexander
  • Callum John
  • Callum William
  • Callum Robert
  • Callum Andrew

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Callum

Finn Rowan Isla Aoife Niamh

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Callum or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Callum at #159 in the United States.

What do Callum and Theodore mean?

Callum means "dove" (Latin via Scottish Gaelic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Callum and Theodore boy or girl names?

Callum is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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