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