Rising since 2003, #1,466 for boys today.
Popularity of Calloway since 1912
Babies named Calloway per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 0 | 15 |
| 1920s | 0 | 20 |
| 1930s | 0 | 21 |
| 1940s | 0 | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 | 13 |
| 2000s | 0 | 31 |
| 2010s | 43 | 193 |
| 2020s | 95 | 426 |
Meaning & origin
A surname-turned-first-name with a crisp, two-syllable rhythm, Calloway has been climbing the charts since 2003, reaching its peak rank of 1466 in 2025. Currently, the name has a 1-in-14,116 frequency of use among newborns, making it a distinctive but not obscure choice. Its top states are Missouri, Tennessee, and Arizona, suggesting a regional appeal in the South and Southwest. First recorded in 1912, Calloway has seen a steady upward trajectory over the past two decades, likely boosted by the popularity of similar surname-style names like Callahan and Kellogg. While its etymology is debated, its modern usage as a first name is firmly established.
Calloway is a transferred use of the Scottish surname, which itself is derived from a place name of uncertain etymology. It may come from Gaelic 'caladh' meaning 'harbor' or 'ferry' plus 'magh' meaning 'plain', or from 'call' (hard) and 'magh' (field). The name has been used as a given name since at least the early 20th century, particularly in the United States, where it has gained modest popularity in recent decades.
Where Calloway is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cal, Cally, Way
Variants: Callaway, Callway
Sibling names for Calloway
Names that share Calloway's style, for a brother or sister.
