Male Name
Collin
ˈkɑl.ɪn
ˈkoʊl.ɪn
ˈkɒl.ɪn
ˈkəʊl.ɪn
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
Dresden Files characters
Hazbin Hotel and Helluva Boss characters
percussionists
Twilight characters
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
78/100
classic65%
formal65%
upper class65%
natural65%
wholesome80%
strong100%
refined100%
strange65%
Meaning & Etymology
Collin is a variant of the name Colin, which is of Scottish and Irish origin. The name Colin is derived from the Gaelic name 'Cailean', meaning 'young pup' or 'whelp'. It is often associated with youth and vitality. Collin, as a variant, carries the same connotations and is used in English-speaking countries as a masculine given name.
Etymology
Original Form:
Cailean
Evolution:
Colin → Collin
Source:
Gaelic