Collier
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
2,108 Total Births
145 Years of Data
2023 Peak Popularity Year
80 Peak Births

Collier Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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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"

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Pronunciation

/ˈkɒljər/

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Origin

Middle English

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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'.

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Meaning

coal miner

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Language Evolution

Old English: cōl, Middle English: colier, Modern English: collier

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Historical Usage

The name gained popularity in England during the medieval period, particularly in coal mining regions, as surnames often derived from occupations.

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Variants & Derivatives

Colley, Cole, Coll, Collin

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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.

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Famous People

Frederick Collier, John Collier, Thomas Collier

📊 Collier Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Collier Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Less Common name with 80 peak births in 2023

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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

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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
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
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - 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)
- - 28.03%
2050th/7313
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Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - 23.32%
1591st/6822
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Regional Popularity of "Collier" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
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)
- - 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.