Collier Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Collier has its origins in Middle English, derived from the occupation of coal mining, with the meaning 'coal miner'. It evolved from Old English through Middle English to its current form. The name reflects a working-class heritage and has biblical relevance. It gained popularity in medieval England and is still recognized today.
The name Collier is most popular in Alabama, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha 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, Collier has been falling for male in South, too falling for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Collier' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2830th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3385th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2831st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4046th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4251st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2884th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2695th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 27321st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 18096th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6474th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Collier' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Collier"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɒljər/
Origin
Middle English
Etymology
The name Collier is derived from the Middle English word 'collier', which means 'coal miner' or 'one who collects coal'. This term has its roots in the Old English word 'cōl', meaning 'coal'.
Meaning
coal miner
Language Evolution
Old English: cōl, Middle English: colier, Modern English: collier
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in England during the medieval period, particularly in coal mining regions, as surnames often derived from occupations.
Variants & Derivatives
Colley, Cole, Coll, Collin
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, the name Collier is perceived as a traditional surname, often associated with working-class heritage and history linked to coal mining.
Famous People
Frederick Collier, John Collier, Thomas Collier
📊 Collier Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
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✨ Collier Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 80 peak births in 2023
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in Alabama
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 10 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Collier"
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 of "Collier"
"Collier" Popularity Across American Generations
Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2830th of 7545 | 137 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3385th of 6773 | 89 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2831st of 7552 | 160 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4046th of 10718 | 105 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4251st of 16616 | 185 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2884th of 24088 | 581 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2695th of 23106 | 565 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 27321st of 27321 | 5 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 18096th of 35406 | 51 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6474th of 30306 | 223 |
Regional Popularity of "Collier" by Generation for Male Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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96.75% 2289th/2366 |
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Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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28.03% 2050th/7313 |
- |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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23.32% 1591st/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Collier" by Generation for Female Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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50.98% 3478th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Collier"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Collier" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.