Collie
Collie is a boy's name of Scottish origin.
Meaning
Dark, coal-black, or charcoal.
Origin and history
Collie is traditionally a Scottish surname and given name associated with dark-haired individuals or coal workers. It was occasionally used as a male given name in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, it is extremely rare as a given name and is more widely recognized as a breed of dog.
Popularity in the United States
1,172 babies in the United States have been named Collie since 1880. It ranks #3523 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- AL (35.7 %)
- GA (29.2 %)
- NC (18.7 %)
- TX (7.6 %)
- SC (5.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 25 |
| 1890-1900 | 37 |
| 1900-1910 | 67 |
| 1910-1920 | 216 |
| 1920-1930 | 216 |
| 1930-1940 | 159 |
| 1940-1950 | 137 |
| 1950-1960 | 148 |
| 1960-1970 | 68 |
| 1970-1980 | 42 |
| 1980-1990 | 40 |
| 1990-2000 | 10 |
| 2000-2010 | 7 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- The name stems from Old English 'col', meaning coal, originally referring to someone with dark hair or a dark complexion.
- Collie saw modest use in the United States around the turn of the 20th century before declining significantly.