Prince vs Colin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Colin

Boy #335 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"young dog, whelp"

Origin: Irish/Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

English Irish Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#335
Total SSA Count
1,035
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Prince Rank #404
Colin Rank #335

Colin is more popular, ranked #335 vs #404 for Prince.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Prince or Colin more popular?

Colin is more popular, ranked #335 compared to Prince at #404 in the United States.

What do Prince and Colin mean?

Prince means "royal son; prince" (Latin origin). Colin means "young dog, whelp" (Irish/Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Prince and Colin boy or girl names?

Prince is primarily a boy name. Colin is primarily a boy name.

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