Collins vs Esme

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Collins

Girl #257 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Colin, victory of the people"

Origin: Irish/English surname

Cultural Roots

Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#257
Total SSA Count
1,237
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Collie, Cole

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Collins Rank #257
Esme Rank #344

Collins is more popular, ranked #257 vs #344 for Esme.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Collins ___

  • Collins Grace
  • Collins Mae
  • Collins Elizabeth
  • Collins Anne
  • Collins James
  • Collins Rose

Esme ___

  • Esme Rose
  • Esme Pearl
  • Esme Violet
  • Esme Gray
  • Esme Wren
  • Esme June

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Collins

Harper Beckett Quinn Blake Finley

If you choose Esme

Soren Jasper Ottilie Wren Felix

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Collins or Esme more popular?

Collins is more popular, ranked #257 compared to Esme at #344 in the United States.

What do Collins and Esme mean?

Collins means "son of Colin, victory of the people" (Irish/English surname origin). Esme means "beloved, esteemed" (French origin).

Are Collins and Esme boy or girl names?

Collins is primarily a girl name. Esme is primarily a girl name.

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