Callan

Meaning of Callan

This name means 'little wolf' or 'battle fierce'. It's a strong name that evokes a sense of wildness and courage.

Callan has Irish roots — browse every Irish baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Callan

Callan is more popular than ever, reaching a new high of #190 in 2025 from #886 in 2011.

Notable people named Callan

• Callan Mulvey
  Australian actor, known for '300' and 'Captain America'
• Callan McAuliffe
  Australian actor, known for 'The Great Gatsby'
• Callan Argyle
  Australian cricketer, fast bowler
• Callan R. M. Davis
  American politician, former mayor
• Callan J. Ryan
  Irish hurler, All-Ireland winner

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Questions about the name Callan

What does the name Callan mean?

Callan means this name means 'little wolf' or 'battle fierce'. it's a strong name that evokes a sense of wildness and courage, and it comes from Irish origins.

Is Callan a boy's or a girl's name?

Callan is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Callan?

In 2025, Callan ranked #190 for boys, up from #242 the year before.

When was Callan most popular?

Callan peaked at #190 in 2025.