what is the origin of calum?
[ 2 syll. ca-lum, cal-um ] The baby boy name Calum is pronounced as K AE L-ahM â . Calum is an English and Scottish name of Latin and Celtic origin. Latin origin: A biblical name, it is derived from the element 'columba' which means dove. Columba (Latin) is an old form of Calum. The name was popular with early Christians as its meaning is symbolic of peace, purity, and the Holy Spirit.