Callan Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Callan Name at a Glance

Name	Callan
Meaning	Powerful in battle.
Origin	Gaelic
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Callan Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Callan means “Powerful in battle”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Callan Name Origin

Our database records Callan under Gaelic origin. Browse more Gaelic baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Callan a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Callan is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Callan

When considering Callan for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.