Calhoun
Meaning of Calhoun
Calhoun, pronounced KAL-hoon (/kælˈhuːn/), originates from the Scottish Gaelic surname Colquhoun, historically tied to lands in Dunbartonshire and meaning “narrow wood” or “ridge.” It entered American usage largely through figures such as Vice President John C. Calhoun, imbuing the name with a measure of historical gravitas. In 2024, fifteen boys were given the name, placing Calhoun at number 909 on the U.S. baby name list and securing its spot in the lower thousand over the past decade. With its concise, two-syllable structure and clear vowel sounds, Calhoun resonates across cultural lines, appealing to both Anglo and Hispanic communities as a distinctive yet accessible choice.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as KAL-hoon (/kælˈhuːn/)
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