Calhoun
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Battle, rock, powerful in battle
Origin: Scottish Gaelic/Irish
Popularity: Ranked #7766 in 2025 with 10 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Caloni, meaning battle, rock, powerful in battle.
Similar names: caloni
Name length: 7 letters
How common is Calhoun? About 1 in 332,850 babies born in 2025 were named Calhoun, or roughly 0 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Calhoun
What does the name Calhoun mean?
Calhoun means “Battle, rock, powerful in battle” from Scottish Gaelic/Irish roots.
What is the origin of the name Calhoun?
Calhoun has Scottish Gaelic/Irish origin. The traditional meaning is “Battle, rock, powerful in battle”.
How popular is Calhoun?
Calhoun ranked #7679 in 2025 — given to 10 babies that year.
When was Calhoun most popular?
Calhoun peaked in 2024 with 15 babies registered that year.
Is Calhoun a boy or girl name?
Calhoun is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Calhouns in registered births are male.
Is the name Calhoun rising or falling in popularity?
Calhoun has risen 556 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #8235 in 2020 to #7679 in 2025.
How long has Calhoun been recorded?
Calhoun appears in birth records across 40 years — from 1886 through 2025.