Callaghan
KAL-uh-han
Callaghan is a unisex name of Irish origin, meaning “Callaghan is an Irish surname and given name, derived from Gaelic elements meaning 'bright-headed'.”. It currently ranks #11267 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2022.
What Callaghan Means
“Callaghan is an Irish surname and given name, derived from Gaelic elements meaning 'bright-headed'.”
The Story of Callaghan
This Irish name, a sturdy surname turned given name, speaks of a bright spirit and an outgoing nature.
Callaghan is an Irish surname derived from the Gaelic 'Ó Ceallacháin,' meaning 'descendant of Ceallachán.' The name Ceallachán itself is thought to mean 'bright-headed.' It has a strong, historical root.
For your child, Callaghan suggests a bright, intelligent, and friendly personality. You imagine a person who greets the world with an open heart and a quick smile, someone who is outgoing and warmly engaging.
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Numerology
The Leader
Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#51 in 2022
Total Births
390
First Recorded
1994
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