Kollin Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kollin is an Irish name derived from 'Colin', meaning 'young creature' or 'victorious'. It has evolved through various forms and gained popularity in recent decades as a modern variant. The name does not have biblical relevance, and today it is perceived as trendy and youthful.
The name Kollin is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest 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, Kollin has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Kollin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5458th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2195th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1488th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2385th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 30306th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kollin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kollin"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɒlɪn/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Kollin is derived from the Irish name 'Colin', which is a diminutive of the name 'Nicolás' or 'Columba', meaning 'young creature' or 'victorious'.
Meaning
young creature, victorious
Language Evolution
Colin, Collin, Kollin
Historical Usage
The name Kollin gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a modern variant of Colin.
Variants & Derivatives
Colin, Collin, Kollin
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kollin is viewed as a trendy and youthful name, appealing to parents looking for a unique variation of traditional names.
Famous People
Kollin Moroz, Kollin R. Smith
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kollin"
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 "Kollin"
"Kollin" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5458th of 10718 | 54 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2195th of 16616 | 483 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1488th of 24088 | 1,520 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2385th of 23106 | 681 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Kollin" 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) |
41.17% 1517th/3685 |
62.19% 2783rd/4475 |
43.67% 2268th/5194 |
45.80% 2893rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
24.49% 1122nd/4582 |
39.78% 2054th/5164 |
22.00% 1609th/7313 |
42.66% 3184th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
58.13% 2316th/3984 |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
35.71% 2436th/6822 |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Kollin" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kollin"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kollin" 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.