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Kalum
Pronounced KAL-əm /ˈkæl.əm/High
Meaning: A K-spelling of Callum — from the Scottish Gaelic Calum, from Latin columba, 'a dove'Medium
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History & Origin
Kalum is a K-spelling of Callum — from the Scottish Gaelic Calum, itself from Latin columba, 'a dove'. The name honors St Columba, the dove-named missionary who brought Christianity to Scotland. A crisp, gentle Scottish name; the K- styling personalizes it (nickname Cal).
In the U.S. it appears in Scottish families. Rare, a-dove at the root, and gentle.
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What does the name Kalum mean?
Kalum spells Callum — Scottish/Latin 'a dove'.
How do you pronounce Kalum?
It's said KAL-əm /ˈkæl.əm/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Kalum a boy or girl name?
Kalum is a boy's name.
How popular is Kalum?
Kalum is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Callum is more common.