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Colby vs Apollo

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

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Popularity Comparison

Colby Rank #582
Apollo Rank #415

Apollo is more popular, ranked #415 vs #582 for Colby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Colby or Apollo more popular?

Apollo is more popular, ranked #415 compared to Colby at #582 in the United States.

What do Colby and Apollo mean?

Colby means "dark man's settlement, coal-black farm" (Old Norse origin). Apollo means "strength, manly beauty" (Greek origin).

Are Colby and Apollo boy or girl names?

Colby is primarily a boy name. Apollo is primarily a boy name.

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