Callahan Name Meaning

Helen Doanna

By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: The name Callahan dated back all the way to the 10th century, materialized into the world by king of Munster.

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A Deep Dive

Callahan Overview

Meaning

Bright-headed, strife, contention

Gender

Boy

Origin

Irish

Etymology

Derived from the Irish surname Ó Ceallacháin, meaning “descendant of Ceallachán,” with Ceallachán likely meaning “bright-headed”​.

Pronunciation

/ˈkæləhæn/

Popularity

Callahan has gained popularity in the USA and Ireland, reflecting its strong Irish heritage. In 2023, Callahan ranked #460 for boys in the USA​.

Syllable

3 syllables

Length

8 letters

Numerology

7 (Analytical, Studious, Knowledgeable)

Name Styles

Traditional, Cool, Long

Associated Traits

Strong, determined, charismatic, bright

Spiritual, Religious, or Cultural Significance

Associated with the ancient King of Munster, signifies a rich Irish heritage and leadership​

Name Day

June 27th
A Deep Dive

Callahan Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Callaghan, Calahan, Calaghan, Callohann, Callan, Calan, Callaghan

Common Nicknames

Cal, Callie, Hal, Call, Calla, Cally

Diminutives

Cal, Callie, Call

Famous People

  • Bill Callahan
    (American Musician)
  • Sonny Callahan
    (American Politician)
  • Ryan Callahan
    (American Hockey Player)
  • John Callahan
    (American Soap Opera Actor)
  • Steven Callahan
    (American Author)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Harry Callahan
    ("Dirty Harry," Film Series)
  • "Callahan's Secret"
    (Book)

Places

  • Callahan
    (Florida, USA)
  • Callahan
    (California, USA)
  • Callahan
    (Oregon, USA)
  • Callahan County
    (Texas, USA)
  • Callahan Creek
    (Montana, USA)

What Is the Meaning of Callahan?

Callahan means “bright-headed” and “strife” or “contention.” This name combines a sense of intelligence and determination, often seen in individuals who are both thoughtful and resilient.

What Is the Origin of The Name Callahan?

The name Callahan has its roots in Irish Gaelic, derived from the surname “Ó Ceallacháin,” which means “descendant of Ceallachán.”

Callahan Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Callahan in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#6602021#5192022#4602023
Top 3 Rankings#4602023#5192022#6602021

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Callahan

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023460
(+59 from 2022)
662
(+92 from 2022)
0.03615
2022519
(+141 from 2021)
570
(+160 from 2021)
0.03043
2021660
(+144 from 2020)
410
(+122 from 2020)
0.02188
2020804
(+93 from 2019)
288
(+44 from 2019)
0.01557
2019897
(+128 from 2018)
244
(+44 from 2018)
0.01270
20181025
(+116 from 2017)
200
(+34 from 2017)
0.01029
20171141
(+343 from 2016)
166
(+51 from 2016)
0.00839
20161484
(+318 from 2015)
115
(+32 from 2015)
0.00568
20151802
(+81 from 2014)
83
(+6 from 2014)
0.00406
20141883
(+366 from 2013)
77
(+20 from 2013)
0.00376
20132249
(+343 from 2012)
57
(+10 from 2012)
0.00282
20122592
(+453 from 2011)
47
(+10 from 2011)
0.00232
20113045
(-258 from 2010)
37
(-6 from 2010)
0.00182
20102787
(+60 from 2009)
43
(+1 from 2009)
0.00209
20092847
(+32 from 2008)
42
(+1 from 2008)
0.00198
20082879
(+808 from 2007)
41
(+13 from 2007)
0.00188
20073687
(-605 from 2006)
28
(-7 from 2006)
0.00126
20063082
(-122 from 2005)
35
No change from 2005
0.00160
20052960
(-361 from 2004)
35
(-6 from 2004)
0.00165
20042599
(+586 from 2003)
41
(+12 from 2003)
0.00194
20033185
(+74 from 2002)
29
(+2 from 2002)
0.00138
20023259
(-461 from 2001)
27
(-6 from 2001)
0.00131
20012798
(-220 from 2000)
33
(-3 from 2000)
0.00160
20002578
(+216 from 1999)
36
(+6 from 1999)
0.00172
19992794
(+223 from 1998)
30
(+4 from 1998)
0.00147
19983017
(+143 from 1997)
26
(+3 from 1997)
0.00128
19973160
(-249 from 1996)
23
(-2 from 1996)
0.00115
19962911
(+2212 from 1995)
25
(+14 from 1995)
0.00125
19955123
(-587 from 1994)
11
(-2 from 1994)
0.00055
19944536
(+3102 from 1993)
13
(+7 from 1993)
0.00064
19937638
(-3525 from 1992)
6
(-8 from 1992)
0.00029
19924113
(+3063 from 1990)
14
(+8 from 1990)
0.00067
19910
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0
No SSA data
0.0000
19907176
(-1561 from 1989)
6
(-2 from 1989)
0.00028
19895615
(+810 from 1988)
8
(+2 from 1988)
0.00038
19886425
(-3224 from 1987)
6
(-9 from 1987)
0.00030
19873201
(+238 from 1986)
15
(+2 from 1986)
0.00077
19863439
(+3083 from 1985)
13
(+8 from 1985)
0.00068
19856522
(-286 from 1983)
5
No change from 1983
0.00026
19840
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0
No SSA data
0.0000
19836236
First SSA data recorded
5
First SSA data recorded
0.00027
19820
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0
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0.0000
19810
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0
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0.0000
19800
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0
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0.0000
19790
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0
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0.0000
19780
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0
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0.0000
19770
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0
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0.0000
19760
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0
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0.0000
19750
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0.0000
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0
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0.0000
19730
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0
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0.0000
19720
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0.0000
19710
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0.0000
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0
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0.0000
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19680
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American States Popularity Rankings for Callahan

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#7952021#6672022#5762023

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#9582021#8322022#7522023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#3042021#2222022#2102023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#6042021#3732022#2912023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#4002021#2022022#2382023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#8342021#8292022#5232023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#5922021#4282022#5942023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#6122021#4662022#4732023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#4182021#4572022#3542023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#3932021#5122022#2932023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#4632021#3812022#2772023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#5422021#3392022#2732023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#4332021#3372022#2442023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#9952021#10042022#10642023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#9012021#7722022#4212023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#11242021#7082022#4622023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#5512021#3522022#3492023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#5302021#3722022#4852023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#5112021#2532022#2772023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#2872021#3282022#3712023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#7182021#6782022#4682023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#4662021#4642022#3762023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#6432021#5062022#5992023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#2952021#3862022#3042023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#6042021#5572022#4732023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#3172021#2362022#3122023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#9432021#6202022#7112023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#5572021#5782022#3972023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#6722021#3752022#4882023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#7402019#7772021#7022022

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#1462022#1862023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#5572022#3372023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#4382020#2722023

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#1492022#1992023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#8282021#6622022

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#2282020#2092022

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#2282020

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#2412022

Popularity Rankings for Callahan in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#8722021#5952022#3892023

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Callahan a Name for Boys or Girls?

Callahan is generally considered a boy’s name, given its roots and use in Irish tradition.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Callahan

Callahan in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Bill Callahan (Musician, 1966): An American singer-songwriter who has also performed under the band name Smog.
  • Sonny Callahan (Politician, 1932-2021): A businessman and politician from Alabama who served in the U.S. House of Representatives.
  • Ryan Callahan (Hockey Player, 1985): A retired American professional ice hockey right winger who played in the NHL.
  • John Callahan (Soap Opera Actor, 1953-2020): An American actor best known for his role on "All My Children."
  • Steven Callahan (Author, 1952): An American author known for his survival story "Adrift: Seventy-six Days Lost at Sea."
  • Harry Callahan ("Dirty Harry," 1971 Film Series): A San Francisco police inspector famous for his tough and unorthodox methods.
  • Mike Callahan ("Callahan's Crosstime Saloon," 1977 Novel): The bartender and owner of the interdimensional bar.
  • Callahan (Florida, USA): A small town in Nassau County, known for its timber and agriculture industries, and home to the Northeast Florida Fair.
  • Callahan (California, USA): An unincorporated community in Siskiyou County, known for its scenic views and outdoor recreational opportunities.
  • Callahan (Oregon, USA): A hamlet in Douglas County, known for its rural setting and close-knit community.
  • Callahan County (Texas, USA): A county in central Texas, known for its agricultural production and historical sites.
  • Callahan Creek (Montana, USA): A stream in Lincoln, known for its natural beauty and outdoor activities.

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