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Calin

Boy name · 6 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Calin: 6 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 2005.

Calin is a name with dual heritage, most familiar to Scottish speakers as a variant of the Gaelic name Cailean, meaning “young pup” or “whelp,” a nickname originally used for the legendary warrior Cailleach. It also has strong Romanian roots, where it derives from the guelder‑rose plant or from the Greek *kalos* for “beautiful.” Notable bearers include Călin Popescu‑Tăriceanu, former Prime Minister of Romania, and filmmaker Călin Peter Netzer. While no major places bear the name directly, its Gaelic cousin Colin lends its name to places like Colinton in Edinburgh. As a further note, Calin enjoys steady popularity in Romania yet remains a rare but distinctly crisp choice in Scotland, offering a modern twist on a traditional Celtic favourite.

Boy 2 of 52 years

Peak year
20053 babies
Latest (2008)
#6383 babies
Total births
6since 2005
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2005 · 3
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).