Callen Unisex

Popularity: #426 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

PronunciationKAL-en / /ˈkæl.ən/

Irish; Scottish

Meaning

Irish: 'rock'; Scottish: 'narrow'

Historical & Cultural Background

Callen is derived from the Irish surname O'Ceallachain, which means 'descendant of Ceallachan'. The name has roots in both Irish and Scottish cultures, reflecting a connection to nature and geography. It has gained popularity in recent years as a first name in the United States.

Trend Summary

Callen has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.

Similar Names

CallumCullenCalebColinCameronKieranGalen

Variants

  • Callin
  • Kallan

International Variants

  • Callan (Irish)
  • Kellan (Irish)

Famous people named Callen

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Fictional characters named Callen

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Sibling Suggestions

CadenKellanAidenDylanMasonLogan

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Callen was first seen in the United States in 1954. Callen has ranked as high as #753 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Wisconsin. In the past 5 years the name Callen has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Callen (2024)

StateBirthsShare
TX 48
8%
CA 43
7%
PA 39
7%
MN 28
5%
WI 27
5%
NY 25
4%
OH 24
4%
IL 22
4%
WA 22
4%
IA 20
3%
GA 18
3%
MA 18
3%
NC 18
3%
TN 17
3%
OR 17
3%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
195411
19555
19568
19575
19585
19598
196010
19618
19626
19638
19665
19756
19775
19825
19839
198410
198511
198621
198720
198823
198914
199018
199121
199224
199318
199417
199526
199628
199727
199839
199928
200027
200131
200236
200343
200437
200552
200649
200777
200874
200996
2010334
2011421
2012452
2013428
2014561
2015554
2016544
2017480
2018482
2019511
2020527
2021656
2022670
2023687
2024643