Caledon

“Scottish Gaelic” — Symbolizes strength and resilience

Scotland origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#6594US 2023

13Births / yr

↓Falling

13All-time births

📅 Since 201800

How to pronounce Caledon

KAL·ED·AHN

/ˈkæl.ˈɛd.ˈɑn/ · stress on KAL · 3 syllables

“Scottish Gaelic”

Symbolizes strength and resilience · Scotland origin

What does Caledon mean and where does it come from?

The name Caledon is derived from the Latin name 'Caledonia', which refers to Scotland and its rugged terrain. The name is associated with the ancient Celtic tribes that inhabited the region. Caledon symbolizes strength and resilience, inspired by the landscape of Scotland. It has gained periodic pop

Cultural significance

Caledon has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Scotland-speaking communities, where it reflects values of scottish gaelic.

Peak popularity

Reached #9428 in 2020 — currently #6594 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Caledon?

Caledon works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Caledon Grace

How popular is Caledon right now?

Falling — down 399 spots — currently #6594 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2020–2023#6594 · Top 4.9%

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6594	13	▼ down 399 · -7% births
2022	#6195	14	▲ up 1502 · +40% births
2021	#7697	10	▲ up 1731 · +25% births
2020	#9428	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Caledon

Best Year2022Rank #6195

Peak Count14

Average Rank#7479

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2020 - 20234 years

The story of Caledon

Caledon is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2018. With 13 total births recorded, Caledon remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #9428 in 2020 to #6594 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Caledon in 2020:

Liam Noah Oliver Elijah William

💎Caledon has only 13 total recorded births since 2018 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Caledon?

Common

CalCalieCalyEdon

What names sound and feel like Caledon?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Caledon also consider these

Calydon

Latin · A Latin name

Cameron

Scotland · Derived from the

Caedon

Irish · Fighter; battle.

English · A meaningful name

Common questions about the name Caledon

What does the name Caledon mean?

Caledon means "Scottish Gaelic" — a name rooted in Scotland tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Caledon?

Caledon is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Caledon have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Caledon?

Caledon originates from Scotland tradition. Scotland names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Caledon?

Caledon is a three-syllable name pronounced K AE1 L EH1 D AA1 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Caledon?

Caledon pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Scotland heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.