Collins Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKOL-ins / /ˈkɒl.ɪnz/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: 'descendant of the follower of St. Columba'; English: 'son of Colin'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Collins is of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic surname 'O'Colla', meaning 'descendant of Colla'. It has also been used as a given name in English-speaking countries. The name gained popularity in the 20th century and is often associated with familial ties and heritage.
Trend Summary
The name Collins has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Collin
- Colin
International Variants
- Colin (English)
- Collin (French)
Famous people named Collins
Collins Tuohy is an American entrepreneur and philanthropist known for her work in the nonprofit sector.
Collins Pennie is an American actor known for his roles in various television series and films.
Collins John is a Dutch former professional footballer who played as a forward.
Fictional characters named Collins
Collins is a character in the musical 'Rent', known for his intelligence and activism.
Collins is a character in the 'Harry Potter' series, known for being a student at Hogwarts.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Collins was first seen in the United States in 1881. Collins has ranked as high as #1314 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in Louisiana, Texas, Alabama, Georgia, and South Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Collins has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Collins (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1881 | 8 |
| 1883 | 9 |
| 1885 | 5 |
| 1886 | 5 |
| 1888 | 6 |
| 1889 | 7 |
| 1891 | 9 |
| 1894 | 7 |
| 1895 | 7 |
| 1896 | 5 |
| 1898 | 5 |
| 1899 | 7 |
| 1900 | 16 |
| 1901 | 7 |
| 1902 | 7 |
| 1903 | 6 |
| 1904 | 11 |
| 1905 | 6 |
| 1906 | 11 |
| 1907 | 14 |
| 1908 | 12 |
| 1909 | 10 |
| 1910 | 10 |
| 1911 | 10 |
| 1912 | 12 |
| 1913 | 31 |
| 1914 | 47 |
| 1915 | 47 |
| 1916 | 25 |
| 1917 | 30 |
| 1918 | 34 |
| 1919 | 34 |
| 1920 | 41 |
| 1921 | 43 |
| 1922 | 43 |
| 1923 | 37 |
| 1924 | 28 |
| 1925 | 21 |
| 1926 | 43 |
| 1927 | 29 |
| 1928 | 26 |
| 1929 | 18 |
| 1930 | 19 |
| 1931 | 21 |
| 1932 | 29 |
| 1933 | 31 |
| 1934 | 25 |
| 1935 | 26 |
| 1936 | 25 |
| 1937 | 21 |
| 1938 | 24 |
| 1939 | 24 |
| 1940 | 32 |
| 1941 | 24 |
| 1942 | 21 |
| 1943 | 28 |
| 1944 | 31 |
| 1945 | 21 |
| 1946 | 35 |
| 1947 | 27 |
| 1948 | 26 |
| 1949 | 39 |
| 1950 | 31 |
| 1951 | 23 |
| 1952 | 29 |
| 1953 | 48 |
| 1954 | 42 |
| 1955 | 26 |
| 1956 | 25 |
| 1957 | 30 |
| 1958 | 23 |
| 1959 | 20 |
| 1960 | 31 |
| 1961 | 20 |
| 1962 | 19 |
| 1963 | 27 |
| 1964 | 22 |
| 1965 | 21 |
| 1966 | 16 |
| 1967 | 11 |
| 1968 | 12 |
| 1969 | 16 |
| 1970 | 11 |
| 1971 | 30 |
| 1972 | 13 |
| 1973 | 15 |
| 1974 | 17 |
| 1975 | 19 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1977 | 19 |
| 1978 | 20 |
| 1979 | 27 |
| 1980 | 23 |
| 1981 | 31 |
| 1982 | 22 |
| 1983 | 20 |
| 1984 | 26 |
| 1985 | 28 |
| 1986 | 30 |
| 1987 | 39 |
| 1988 | 28 |
| 1989 | 31 |
| 1990 | 35 |
| 1991 | 24 |
| 1992 | 30 |
| 1993 | 26 |
| 1994 | 27 |
| 1995 | 25 |
| 1996 | 28 |
| 1997 | 38 |
| 1998 | 21 |
| 1999 | 33 |
| 2000 | 34 |
| 2001 | 33 |
| 2002 | 29 |
| 2003 | 22 |
| 2004 | 28 |
| 2005 | 35 |
| 2006 | 31 |
| 2007 | 33 |
| 2008 | 26 |
| 2009 | 30 |
| 2010 | 57 |
| 2011 | 60 |
| 2012 | 44 |
| 2013 | 45 |
| 2014 | 53 |
| 2015 | 52 |
| 2016 | 45 |
| 2017 | 52 |
| 2018 | 58 |
| 2019 | 48 |
| 2020 | 49 |
| 2021 | 47 |
| 2022 | 55 |
| 2023 | 62 |
| 2024 | 53 |