Calum

The name Calum is of Scottish-Gaelic origins and it is traditionally used by parents who are looking for a name for their son. It has been taken from the Late Latin name Columba, which has religious significance as it was the name of Saint Columba. He was an Irish abbot and a missionary evangelist who is believed to have introduced and spread Christianity around Scotland, as well as founding an abbey on the Scottish island of Iona. According to these origins, the meaning of Calum is ‘dove’, making it a popular choice within the Christian community where the dove is a symbol of purity, peace, and the Holy Spirit. It is an alternative spelling of the name Callum. Notable public figures who are known to have this name are Calum Scott, the famous British singer and songwriter and Calum Chambers, who an English professional football player that currently plays for Arsenal in the Premiership.

Gender

Boy

Meaning

dove

Origin

Variation of Callum, Scottish form of Columba, Latin

Numerology

C is for congenial, your pleasing way.

A is for accomplished, in all that you do.

L is for lucky, who is more?

U is for unique, your love of life.

M is for mirth, your laughter.

Lucky

Calum lucky number is 5.

Free-thinking, adventurous, and progressive, 5 is defined by freedom. 5 needs to experience the world by engaging its five senses: For 5, life lessons are acquired through spontaneous acts of bravery. Akin to Sagittarius energy within astrology, 5 is known for its playful, impulsive, and vivacious spirit.

Famous People Named Calum

• Lolita Luella McVeigh (b. 2012), daughter of AFL player Jarrad McVeigh
• Calum Thomas Hood Australian singer and bassist of band 5 Seconds of Summer
• Calum Scott British singer,songwriter
• Calum Milan Best British,American model, actor and television presenter
• Calum Worthy Canadian actor (pronounces it cay,lum)