Collins
English · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Collins
The given name 'Collins' means "son of Colin" or "victory of the people," deriving from the Irish/Scottish Gaelic name *Coileán* (meaning "whelp" or "young dog") and ultimately from the Old Irish *cuilen*.
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Etymology
The given name 'Collins' means "son of Colin" or "victory of the people," deriving from the Irish/Scottish Gaelic name *Coileán* (meaning "whelp" or "young dog") and ultimately from the Old Irish *cuilen*. It is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, especially Irish and Scottish, with no specific religious association; historically, it gained prominence as a surname before becoming a unisex given name, notably popularized in the 20th century.
Collins currently ranks #241 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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