Girl · 2151st of 30,306
Kollyns
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
1,083
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2023
Peak Popularity Year
246
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Kollyns 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
Kollyns is a modern English name derived from the Old French Colline, which itself comes from the Greek Nikolaos, meaning 'victory of the people'. The name has evolved through various historical forms and gained popularity in the late 20th century. It is seen as trendy and appealing today, with no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkɒlɪnz/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Kollyns is a variant of the name Collins, which is derived from the Old French name Colline, a diminutive of Nicholas. The name Nicholas itself originates from the Greek name Nikolaos, meaning 'victory of the people'.
Meaning
Victory of the people
Language Evolution
Nicholaus, Colline, Collins, Kollyns
Historical Usage
Kollyns gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variant inspired by traditional names. It became more common in English-speaking countries due to the trend of creating unique spellings of classic names.
Variants & Derivatives
Collins, Colleen, Kollie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kollyns is perceived as a trendy and modern name, appealing to parents looking for unique yet familiar options.
Famous People
Kollyns Hurst, a contemporary artist, Kollyns McGee, a social media influencer
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Rising
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 246 peak births in 2023
Geographic Spread
Popular across 27 US states, with strongest presence in Nebraska
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 2 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 6 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 2 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 20556th of 35406 | 37 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2151st of 30306 | 1,046 |