Callahan Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAL-uh-han / /ˈkæl.ə.hæn/Irish; Gaelic
Meaning
Irish: 'descendant of the battle warrior'; Gaelic: 'slender'
Historical & Cultural Background
Callahan is an Irish surname that has evolved into a given name. It is derived from the Gaelic 'O'Ceallachain', which means 'descendant of Ceallachan'. The name has historical roots in Ireland, particularly associated with the province of Munster. It has gained popularity in English-speaking countries, especially in the United States, as a first name.
Trend Summary
Callahan has seen a gradual increase in popularity as a boy's name in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Calla
- Cal
International Variants
- Callahan (Irish)
Famous people named Callahan
Callahan is also the surname of several notable athletes, including professional football players.
Callahan is a common surname in various professions, including academia and the arts.
Fictional characters named Callahan
Callahan is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus', serving as a teacher.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Callahan was first seen in the United States in 1983. Callahan has ranked as high as #614 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Minnesota, Ohio, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Callahan has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Callahan (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 70 | |
| CA | 61 | |
| OH | 45 | |
| MI | 41 | |
| MO | 41 | |
| FL | 39 | |
| IN | 35 | |
| MN | 34 | |
| WI | 31 | |
| IL | 29 | |
| NC | 27 | |
| WA | 27 | |
| TN | 26 | |
| NY | 25 | |
| UT | 23 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 13 |
| 1987 | 15 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 25 |
| 1997 | 23 |
| 1998 | 26 |
| 1999 | 30 |
| 2000 | 36 |
| 2001 | 33 |
| 2002 | 27 |
| 2003 | 29 |
| 2004 | 41 |
| 2005 | 35 |
| 2006 | 35 |
| 2007 | 28 |
| 2008 | 41 |
| 2009 | 42 |
| 2010 | 43 |
| 2011 | 37 |
| 2012 | 47 |
| 2013 | 57 |
| 2014 | 77 |
| 2015 | 83 |
| 2016 | 115 |
| 2017 | 166 |
| 2018 | 200 |
| 2019 | 244 |
| 2020 | 288 |
| 2021 | 410 |
| 2022 | 570 |
| 2023 | 664 |
| 2024 | 907 |