Colin is a masculine given name with two distinct origins: Gaelic and Old French. The Gaelic origin comes from the Irish and Scottish names Cuilen and Cailean, which mean "whelp" or "cub". The Old French origin is a diminutive form of "Colle," a short form of the name Nicolas (Nicholas), which means "victory of the people". The name Colin has been popular in various forms throughout history, with its popularity peaking in 2004 at rank 84 but declining since then. It has been used in both medieval and early modern times, with notable figures such as Cuilén mac Ildulb, King of Alba, and Cailean Mór, a Scottish chief and progenitor of Clan Campbell.
Colin is currently #504 in the popularity of the name rankings.
Boy: Colin is currently #504 on Kiindred Boy Names
Overall Unique:
Colin is currently #497 on Kiindred Unique Names
Boy Unique:
Colin is currently #497 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names
This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Colin, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.
