UK boy's name
Caledon
A masculine name of Scottish origin meaning "rough, rolling terrain".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 1999. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Caledon is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Caledon popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 1999 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2943, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1999, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 1999 to 1999. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Caledon is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Caledon. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2000 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Caledon ranked #2943 for boys in England and Wales in 1999, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1999, when 3 boys were registered as Caledon.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Caledon as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#2943
1999
Births in 1999
3
Latest year
Peak year
1999
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Caledon mean?
The name Caledon has its roots in ancient Gaelic languages. It is believed to have originated from the Scottish Gaelic word "caladonia," which means "hard or rough land." This suggests that the name may have been initially used to describe people who lived in rugged or mountainous regions.
The earliest recorded use of the name Caledon can be traced back to the 6th century AD, where it appears in ancient Celtic texts and manuscripts. Some historians believe that Caledon was the name given to the region now known as Scotland by the ancient Romans.
In the 11th century, the name Caledon was mentioned in the epic poem "Y Gododdin," written by the Welsh poet Aneirin. The poem describes a battle between the Britons and the Angles and mentions a warrior named Caledon who fought bravely.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Caledon was Sir Caledon Swinton (1856-1923), a Scottish inventor and military officer who played a significant role in the development of armored vehicles during World War I. He is credited with the creation of the first practical tank design.
Another notable figure with the name Caledon was Caledon George du Pré Alexander (1824-1894), a British soldier and colonial administrator who served as the Lieutenant Governor of Newfoundland from 1857 to 1859.
In the United States, Caledon Stuart (1900-1987) was a renowned architect who designed several notable buildings, including the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C.
Caledon Hockley (1788-1861) was an English author and poet who wrote extensively on the topic of agriculture and rural life in the 19th century.
Caledon Peckham (1905-1982) was a British actor and playwright who appeared in numerous stage productions and television shows throughout his career.
While the name Caledon has ancient roots and has been used throughout history, it is not a particularly common name in modern times. However, its rich historical background and association with rugged landscapes and warriors make it a unique and intriguing choice for a given name.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Caledon by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Caledon was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | #2943 | 3 | 1 |
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Names similar to Caledon
- Charlie 104,761
- Callum 65,796
- Connor 53,072
- Cameron 40,394
- Charles 33,091
- Christopher 26,849
- Caleb 15,553
- Corey 12,622
- Carter 11,505
- Cody 11,075
- Conor 10,298
- Christian 9,695
FAQ
Caledon: questions and answers
How popular is the name Caledon in the UK right now?
In 1999, Caledon was ranked #2943 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Caledon most popular?
The peak year on record was 1999, with 3 babies registered as Caledon in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Caledon?
A masculine name of Scottish origin meaning "rough, rolling terrain".
How many people are called Caledon in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Caledon across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.