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The name Colby has origins in Old Norse and English, meaning 'cold farm or settlement'. It has evolved through various forms over time and is commonly recognized today. Colby is not associated with biblical relevance. Its popularity has increased since the 19th century, and it is viewed positively in contemporary culture, with several notable individuals bearing the name.

The name Colby is most popular in Maine, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Colby has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, too falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Colby' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3182nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2668th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1591st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 564th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 248th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 216th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 544th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5773rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3073rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1362nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2176th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3381st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Colby' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.