"And he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove, and lighting upon him."
Christian Name · Scottish/Irish Origin
Callum Meaning — Origin & Biblical Significance
Callum
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Callum means "dove," from the Latin columba by way of Gaelic. The name is not in the King James Bible, but the bird is central to it: at Christ's baptism the Spirit of God descended "like a dove, and lighting upon him" (Matthew 3:16).
Is Callum in the Bible?
No — the name Callum does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Dove; Follower of the dove", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Callum.
Pronunciation:/KAL-um/
OriginScottish/Irish
MeaningDove; Follower of the dove
What does Callum mean?
Callum is a boy name of Scottish/Irish origin meaning "Dove; Follower of the dove". Callum means 'dove' — the symbol of the Holy Spirit and peace. Just as the dove descended on Jesus at His baptism, Callum carries the call to walk in the Spirit's gentle power and pursue peace with all people.
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What does Callum mean in the Bible?
Callum means "Dove; Follower of the dove" and is a name of Scottish/Irish origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Callum means 'dove' — the symbol of the Holy Spirit and peace. Just as the dove descended on Jesus at His baptism, Callum carries the call to walk in the Spirit's gentle power and pursue peace with all people.
What does the Bible say about the meaning of Callum?
Callum is not a name the King James Bible uses, so the passages below are quoted for the meaning they share with it — "Dove; Follower of the dove" — not because Scripture names anyone Callum.
"Let us therefore follow after the things which make for peace."
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Which books of the Bible mention Callum?
Callum is mentioned across 2 books of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Callum?
Callum follows the dove — walking in the Spirit's gentle power, pursuing peace, carrying heaven's presence.
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Callum name meaning: frequently asked questions
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Callum?
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