Boy · 146th of 24,088
Collin
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
81,336
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1996
Peak Popularity Year
3,369
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Collin stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Collin is an Irish name that means 'young pup' or 'young one'. It evolved from the Gaelic 'Cailean' to the modern English form 'Collin'. The name is generally associated with a friendly and youthful image, and it gained popularity in the 20th century. There is no specific biblical relevance connected to this name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkɒlɪn/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Collin is derived from the Gaelic name 'Cailean', which means 'young pup' or 'young one'. It has also been associated with the Latin word 'collinus', meaning 'young creature'.
Meaning
young pup, young one
Language Evolution
Cailean (Gaelic), Colin (Old French), Collin (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Collin gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 20th century, particularly in the United States and the United Kingdom.
Variants & Derivatives
Colin, Coll, Cully
Modern Popularity & Image
Collin is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with a youthful spirit.
Famous People
Collin Raye (country music singer), Collin Farrell (Irish actor), Collin Sexton (professional basketball player)
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Gradually Declining
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 3,369 peak births in 1996
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 12 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 22 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 12 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1893rd of 7545 | 275 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1475th of 6773 | 400 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1020th of 7552 | 1,015 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 605th of 10718 | 2,892 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 221st of 16616 | 20,464 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 146th of 24088 | 43,647 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 331st of 23106 | 12,110 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 10248th of 12526 | 13 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7978th of 19264 | 76 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6548th of 27321 | 188 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 11761st of 35406 | 122 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 9901st of 30306 | 120 |