US Popularity:16252
Origin:Scottish
Other Origin(s):Gaelic, Irish
Meaning:From the narrow woods; War hound
Calhoun is a masculine name of Scottish origin, derived from the surname Colquhoun, also found in Ireland. Meaning “from the narrow woods,” Calhoun is a surname-turned-first name that breathes life into any sentence. Calhoun may also stem from Colgchnoin, a personal name meaning “war hound” for the baby with a warrior’s soul. A hidden gem just waiting to be discovered, Calhoun’s vibrant energy will only elevate baby’s charm.

Famous People Named Calhoun

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  • John C. Calhoun
    United States Vice President

How Popular Is The Name Calhoun?

U.S. Births

Overall:Calhoun is currently #16252 in U.S. births
Boy:Calhoun is currently #7766 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2025
#7766
in 2025
- 1837
from 2024
In comparison to the previous year's data

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