Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Callum.
National Rank (2025)
#118
All-Time Peak Rank
#118 (2025)
Total U.S. Births
16,051
Unisex Distribution99.8% Boy / 0.2% GirlBalance: Overwhelmingly Male
💡 The Callum Vibe: This choice is considered a Rising Star. A high-velocity modern choice demonstrating rapid, sustained growth in recent registries.
📖 The Story Behind Callum
According to SSA data, Callum achieved its highest historical rank of #118 in 2025. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2025 with 2,995 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 711.7%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 43 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Callum scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Fast Rising
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+711.7% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record2,995Births in 2025
Years in Top 100
0yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
43Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:0
1890s:0
1900s:0
1910s:0
1920s:0
1930s:0
1940s:0
1950s:0
1960s:0
1970s:0
1980s:44
1990s:421
2000s:1,324
2010s:3,707
2020s:10,555
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesCal-lum
Letter Count6 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 25.7% of SSA names. Starts with C, a letter used by only 5.7% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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