Callahan: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced KAL-uh-han · 3 syllables
From Irish O Ceallachain, from Ceallachan, diminutive of the given name Ceallach. Doublet of Kelly and Kellogg.
- Origin
- Irish
- Pronunciation
- KAL-uh-han
- US rank (2025)
- #227
- US babies a year
- about 903 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Rising
How popular is Callahan?
Callahan was the #227 name in the US in 2025, given to 1,682 babies. It’s rising: up 990% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #227 |
| Canada | #696 |
How old are people named Callahan?
Half of US adults named Callahan are older than 25; most are between 18 and 38. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Callahan
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
- Callan
- Macklin
- Lian
- Revan
- Zyan
- Jian
- Keean
- Azriel
- Jesiah
- Cartier
- Khai
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Questions about Callahan
How do you pronounce Callahan?
Callahan is pronounced KAL-uh-han.
How popular is the name Callahan?
Callahan was the #227 name in the US in 2025, given to 1,682 babies. It’s rising: up 990% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Callahan?
Half of US adults named Callahan are older than 25. Most are between 18 and 38.