A 1890s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Collier since 1898
Babies named Collier per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2013, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Collier's real moment was 1898.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1890s | 0 | 7 |
| 1900s | 0 | 6 |
| 1910s | 0 | 63 |
| 1920s | 0 | 83 |
| 1930s | 0 | 55 |
| 1940s | 0 | 57 |
| 1950s | 0 | 87 |
| 1960s | 0 | 67 |
| 1970s | 0 | 64 |
| 1980s | 0 | 94 |
| 1990s | 5 | 150 |
| 2000s | 26 | 391 |
| 2010s | 122 | 487 |
| 2020s | 151 | 259 |
Meaning & origin
Collier is an English occupational surname that has seen a revival as a given name since the mid-1980s. First recorded in the U.S. in 1898, it reached its peak popularity that same year, a testament to its early adoption as a surname-turned-first-name. After a period of decline, the name has been steadily rising since 1985, reflecting a broader trend toward occupational and surname-inspired choices. Today, Collier is notably more common in southern states like Alabama, Georgia, and Texas, where traditional and surname names often enjoy popularity. With a current rank of 3036 and a 1-in-42702 frequency, Collier remains a distinctive yet accessible choice.
Collier is an English occupational surname derived from Middle English 'colier', meaning a coal miner or charcoal seller. It refers to someone who dug coal or made and sold charcoal. The name has been used as a given name since the late 19th century, often as a surname transfer.
Where Collier is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cole
Sibling names for Collier
Names that share Collier's style, for a brother or sister.
