Trevor vs Colby

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Trevor

Boy #626 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"large homestead, great settlement"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

English Welsh American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#626
Total SSA Count
451
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Trevor Rank #626
Colby Rank #582

Colby is more popular, ranked #582 vs #626 for Trevor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Trevor or Colby more popular?

Colby is more popular, ranked #582 compared to Trevor at #626 in the United States.

What do Trevor and Colby mean?

Trevor means "large homestead, great settlement" (Welsh origin). Colby means "dark man's settlement, coal-black farm" (Old Norse origin).

Are Trevor and Colby boy or girl names?

Trevor is primarily a boy name. Colby is primarily a boy name.

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