Colvin
Pronunciation: [ k-OHLV-ihn ]
Colvin is a boy baby name. Ranked #9,256 in the US, popular nicknames include Col, Coy, and Colie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Colvin first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 695 babies have been named Colvin in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Colvin is past its peak , currently ranked #9,256 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #9,256
- Total SSA Count
- 9
Nicknames
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About the Name Colvin
Colvin is a boy name .
Colvin is currently ranked #9,256 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Colvin include Col, Coy, Colie, and Colvie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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