Declining since 2004, #5,208 for boys today.
Popularity of Kolin since 1955
Babies named Kolin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 34 |
| 1970s | 70 |
| 1980s | 141 |
| 1990s | 466 |
| 2000s | 651 |
| 2010s | 465 |
| 2020s | 113 |
Meaning & origin
Kolin has seen modest use in the United States since it first appeared on the records in 1955. The name reached its peak in 2003, and by 2025 it ranked 5,208 nationally, with approximately 1 in 94,893 male newborns receiving the name. Its trajectory has been falling since 2004. Geographically, Kolin is most commonly found in Texas. As a modern respelling of Colin, Kolin offers a slight twist on a traditional name that has roots in both Greek and Celtic cultures. The name remains uncommon, giving it a distinctive quality without being obscure.
Kolin is predominantly a modern spelling variant of Colin, a name with multiple possible origins. Colin is often considered the English and Scottish short form of Nicholas, which derives from Greek Νικόλαος (Nikolaos), meaning 'victory of the people'. Alternatively, in Irish and Scottish Gaelic, Colin (Cailean) means 'pup' or 'young dog', and has been used as a given name since the Middle Ages. The spelling Kolin with a K is a contemporary respelling, likely influenced by surnames like Kolin or other modern name trends. Despite its modern appearance, the name has been recorded in the United States since 1955, reflecting its adoption as a distinct spelling variant.
Where Kolin is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kole, Lin, Koli
Sibling names for Kolin
Names that share Kolin's style, for a brother or sister.
