Collier
Collier is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Charcoal burner or coal miner.
Origin and history
Collier is an English occupational surname turned given name, historically referring to a maker or seller of charcoal. It has a long history of sporadic use in the United States, usually appearing as a distinctive, traditional surname-style given name. In recent years, it remains a rare choice, favored by parents who appreciate classic occupational names.
Popularity in the United States
1,870 babies in the United States have been named Collier since 1880. It ranks #2966 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1668.
States where it is most popular
- GA (33 %)
- TX (30 %)
- AL (26.3 %)
- TN (5.4 %)
- KY (3.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 7 |
| 1900-1910 | 6 |
| 1910-1920 | 63 |
| 1920-1930 | 83 |
| 1930-1940 | 55 |
| 1940-1950 | 57 |
| 1950-1960 | 87 |
| 1960-1970 | 67 |
| 1970-1980 | 64 |
| 1980-1990 | 94 |
| 1990-2000 | 150 |
| 2000-2010 | 391 |
| 2010-2019 | 487 |
| 2020-2029 | 259 |
Fun facts
- The name comes from the Old English word 'col', meaning coal, denoting someone who produced or traded charcoal.
- Collier has been continuously registered as a given name in the United States since at least the late 19th century.