Callahan Name Meaning, Origin and Popularity

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A boy’s name with Irish roots, Callahan meaning “bright-headed.” One possible spelling of this name is Callaghan, which is derived from the Gaelic surname Ó Ceallacháin. In the tenth century, Ó Ceallacháin held the position of king over the Munster province, which is located in Ireland. If you want to pay homage to your ancestry or give your child a name that is befitting of a king, Callahan is a strong option to consider.

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