Colby vs Amos

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Colby

Boy #582 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dark man's settlement, coal-black farm"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#582
Total SSA Count
489
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Colby Rank #582
Amos Rank #699

Colby is more popular, ranked #582 vs #699 for Amos.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Colby or Amos more popular?

Colby is more popular, ranked #582 compared to Amos at #699 in the United States.

What do Colby and Amos mean?

Colby means "dark man's settlement, coal-black farm" (Old Norse origin). Amos means "carried by God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Colby and Amos boy or girl names?

Colby is primarily a boy name. Amos is primarily a boy name.

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