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Kodiak vs Colby

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

Kodiak Rank #3,893
Colby Rank #582

Colby is more popular, ranked #582 vs #3893 for Kodiak.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kodiak or Colby more popular?

Colby is more popular, ranked #582 compared to Kodiak at #3893 in the United States.

What do Kodiak and Colby mean?

Kodiak means "island" (Alutiiq origin). Colby means "dark man's settlement, coal-black farm" (Old Norse origin).

Are Kodiak and Colby boy or girl names?

Kodiak is primarily a boy name. Colby is primarily a boy name.

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