Collyns Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Collyns originates from the English language, derived from Nicholas, which means 'victory of the people'. It evolved through historical forms like Nicholas and Colin. Collyns has a charming and traditional image today, with biblical relevance not applicable. Its usage became prevalent in the Middle Ages, and notable individuals with this name include Collyns W. Jones and Collyns Smith.
The name Collyns is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Collyns has been stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Collyns' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 15388th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3224th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Collyns' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Collyns"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɒlɪnz/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Collyns is derived from the medieval diminutive of the name Nicholas, which comes from the Greek name Nikolaos, meaning 'victory of the people'.
Meaning
victory of the people
Language Evolution
Nicholas, Colin, Collyns
Historical Usage
Collyns gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the Middle Ages as a diminutive form of Nicholas, becoming more common in the 16th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Collins, Colin, Colly
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Collyns is less common but retains a vintage charm, often perceived as unique and traditional.
Famous People
Collyns W. Jones, Collyns Smith
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Collyns"
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 "Collyns"
"Collyns" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 15388th of 35406 | 73 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3224th of 30306 | 601 |
Regional Popularity of "Collyns" by Generation for Male 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Collyns" 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) |
69.18% 2756th/3984 |
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40.81% 2784th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Collyns"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Collyns" 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.