Calan Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Calan Name at a Glance

Name	Calan
Meaning	Contemporary variant of Cailean 'Child.'.
Origin	Scottish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Calan Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Calan means “Contemporary variant of Cailean 'Child”. 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.

Calan Name Origin

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

Is Calan a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Calan

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