Kolin Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KOH-lin //ˈkoʊ.lɪn//
Origin: Irish; English
Meaning: Irish: slender; English: victory
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kolin has its roots in the Old Irish name "Caolán," which is derived from the word "caol," meaning "slender" or "narrow." This name evolved through various linguistic transformations, eventually making its way into English. The transition from Old Irish to English likely occurred through the influence of Gaelic culture and language, particularly during the medieval period when Irish names began to be adopted in English-speaking regions.
The name Kolin can also be seen as a variant of the name Colin, which has similar origins and has been used in English since the Middle Ages. Historically, the name Colin has been associated with notable figures, including Saint Columba, an important early Christian missionary and one of the twelve apostles of Ireland, who lived in the 6th century.
His influence helped spread Christianity throughout Scotland and Ireland, and his name has been celebrated in various forms across different cultures. The name Colin itself became more widely recognized in English literature and culture, particularly during the Renaissance, when classical and medieval names were revived.
Culturally, the name Kolin and its variants have been embraced in various traditions, often symbolizing qualities such as grace and slenderness. The name has been used in literature and folklore, contributing to its resonance in different cultures.
Additionally, diminutive forms like Coll or Colin have been popular in various contexts, further embedding the name within cultural narratives. The enduring nature of Kolin reflects its deep historical roots and the cultural significance attributed to its meaning and associations.
Famous people named Kolin
In this section, you will find notable people named Kolin. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Kolin who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Kolin who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Kolin Kaepernick is a former professional football player best known for his time with the San Francisco 49ers and for his activism regarding social justice.
Kolin McRae is a former professional rally driver best known for winning the World Rally Championship and for his involvement in the Colin McRae Rally video game series.
Fictional characters named Kolin
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Kolin is a fictional character from the video game series Street Fighter. She is a skilled fighter known for her unique ice-based abilities and serves as a member of the Illuminati organization.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Kolin. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kolin was first seen in the United States in 1955.
Kolin has ranked as high as #1242 nationally, which occurred in 2003, and has been most popular in Texas, Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, and Pennsylvania.
In the past 5 years the name Kolin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Kolin is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Kolin was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Kolin (2019)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| LA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Kolin.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 16 |
| 2023 | 11 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2021 | 25 |
| 2020 | 28 |
| 2019 | 27 |
| 2018 | 37 |
| 2017 | 36 |
| 2016 | 40 |
| 2015 | 58 |
| 2014 | 64 |
| 2013 | 53 |
| 2012 | 38 |
| 2011 | 53 |
| 2010 | 59 |
| 2009 | 71 |
| 2008 | 57 |
| 2007 | 57 |
| 2006 | 57 |
| 2005 | 66 |
| 2004 | 79 |
| 2003 | 79 |
| 2002 | 56 |
| 2001 | 63 |
| 2000 | 66 |
| 1999 | 56 |
| 1998 | 58 |
| 1997 | 65 |
| 1996 | 61 |
| 1995 | 34 |
| 1994 | 50 |
| 1993 | 47 |
| 1992 | 30 |
| 1991 | 34 |
| 1990 | 31 |
| 1989 | 24 |
| 1988 | 18 |
| 1987 | 23 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1985 | 16 |
| 1984 | 15 |
| 1983 | 13 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1955 | 5 |