US Popularity:862
Origin:Irish
Meaning:Bright-headed; Strife, contention
Callahan is a boy's name of Irish origin which has many meanings including "bright-headed," "strife," or "contention." It is a derivative of the Gaelic surname Ó Ceallacháin and may also be spelled as Callaghan. In the 10th century, Ó Ceallacháin was the king of the Munster province in Ireland. If you want to honor your ancestral heritage or give baby a name fit for a king, Callahan is a noteworthy contender.

Common Nicknames for Callahan

When it comes to nicknames, one word comes to mind—cute! And that’s exactly what baby will be. So why not choose an adorable nickname to remind them just how loved they are? Find cool and fun nicknames for little Callahan below.

How Popular Is The Name Callahan?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Callahan is currently #1363 on The Bump
Boy:Callahan is currently #753 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Callahan is currently #862 in U.S. births
Boy:Callahan is currently #460 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#460
in 2023
+ 59
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
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