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Calloway
Pronounced KAL-ə-way /ˈkæl.ə.weɪ/High
Meaning: From the surname Calloway — a form of Galloway, from a Scottish region, 'the land of the stranger-Gaels', or 'the pebbly place'; here for girls; routes layeredLow
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Calloway comes from the surname Calloway — a form of Galloway, from the region in southwest Scotland (Gaelic, 'the land of the foreign/stranger Gaels', or from a place, 'the pebbly riverbank'; routes layered, which we note). Best known from the dazzling jazz bandleader Cab Calloway. A crisp, jazzy surname-name, used for both sexes, here for girls (slug distinguished; nickname Callie).
It registers thinly in records. Rare, the-pebbly-place at the root, and jazzy.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Calloway mean?
Calloway is a surname linked to Galloway, 'the land of the stranger-Gaels' or 'the pebbly place'; the routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Calloway?
It's said KAL-ə-way /ˈkæl.ə.weɪ/ — three syllables, stress on the first.
Is Calloway a boy or girl name?
Calloway is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.
How popular is Calloway?
Calloway is a rare name in the U.S.