C
Masculine
Scottish
Meaning & History
Calum is the Scottish Gaelic form of Columba, a Late Latin name meaning "dove". The dove is a symbol of the Holy Spirit in Christianity, and the name recalls several early saints, most notably the 6th-century Irish monk Saint Columba (or Colum), who established a monastery on the island of Iona off the coast of Scotland and is credited with converting Scotland to Christianity.
Etymology
Calum is a variant of Callum, which itself is an Anglicized form of the Scottish Gaelic Calum. Both ultimately derive from the Latin Columba, meaning "dove". In early Christian tradition, the dove was seen as a symbol of peace and the Holy Spirit, contributing to the name's popularity among early saints.Notable Bearers
Notable individuals named Calum include:- Calum Chambers (born 1995), English footballer
- Calum Best (born 1981), British/American fashion model and television personality
- Calum Scott (born 1988), British singer-songwriter
- Calum Elliot (born 1987), Scottish footballer
Variants and Related Names
Variants include Callum (English), Caelum (English), and related forms such as Colm (Irish), Coleman (Irish), and Koloman (Slovak).- Meaning: Dove
- Origin: Scottish Gaelic form of Columba
- Type: First name
- Usage regions: Scotland, English-speaking world
Related Names
Sources: Wikipedia — Calum