Colman
Colman: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Colman
Root meaning: “dove”
- A male given name from Irish.
Etymology
From the Irish saints' name Colmán, diminutive of Colm, from Latin columba (“dove”).
How popular is Colman?
Since 1880, 1,045 boys in the U.S. have been named Colman. Its highest rank for boys was #1100 in 1909. In 2025, 8 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Colman FAQ
What does the name Colman mean?
Colman traces back to a root meaning "dove". A male given name from Irish. From the Irish saints' name Colmán, diminutive of Colm, from Latin columba (“dove”).
What is the origin of the name Colman?
Colman is listed as a name of Irish origin.
How popular is the name Colman?
Since 1880, 1,045 boys in the U.S. have been named Colman. Its highest rank for boys was #1100 in 1909. In 2025, 8 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Colman a boy or girl name?
Colman is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 1,045 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.