How Popular (or Rare) was Colin in 2023?

🇺🇸 United States • Boy

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#334
2023 Rank
1,004
2023 Births
#85
Best Rank (2004)
5,122
Peak Year (2004)
82,674
Total Births (1996-2025)
1 in 1,702
Rarity Factor (2023)

📊 The Colin Story

Colin is a moderately popular boys' name in United States, ranking #334 in 2023 with 1,004 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2004 with 5,122 births ranking #85. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 66.0%. In 2023, approximately 1 in every 1,702 boys born was named Colin. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.

Popularity Trend (1996–2025)

📅 Data Status: Official verified statistics are currently available from 1996 up to 2025. This report reflects the most recent confirmed data from United States; 2026 and 2027 projections are based on real-time search trends and will be finalized upon the next official release.

Name Meaning & Origin

Origin: Scottish and Irish use, with Gaelic and diminutive traditions  |  Meaning: young creature; cub, from Nicholas-derived use in some traditions

Colin is a long-established boys' name with a soft, classic sound. It has more than one historical route behind it, which is why exact literal meanings can vary a little across sources.

The name has been widely used in Scotland, Ireland, France, and England. Its international familiarity helps it feel classic without seeming heavy.

Did you know?Colin is one of those names that looks simple but has a more layered European history than many people realise.
Similar namesCole, Collin, Conor, Elliot, Owen

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