Colin
Colin is of Scottish and Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic name Cailean meaning 'young pup' or 'cub,' and also used as a diminutive of Nicholas meaning 'victory of the people.' It has strong Celtic roots and conveys both youthful energy and timeless appeal.
Current Popularity
#334 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in English-speaking countries
- •Works well across all ages from childhood to adulthood
- •Has a gentle, friendly sound without being too informal
- •Popular in Ireland, Scotland, and England with cross-cultural appeal
- •Multiple spelling variations exist
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Famous People
Colin Firth
Academy Award-winning actor
Colin Powell
Former U.S. Secretary of State and four-star general
Colin Farrell
Irish actor
Colin Kaepernick
Former NFL quarterback and civil rights activist
Statistics
132,757
Total births since 1880
2004
Peak year
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