Colm
Colm is a boy's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Dove.
Origin and history
Colm is a classic Irish name derived from the Latin word columba, meaning dove. It is widely used in Ireland and has a long ecclesiastical history associated with early Saints. In the United States, it remains a distinctive, relatively rare name primarily used among families with an interest in Irish heritage.
Popularity in the United States
662 babies in the United States have been named Colm since 1880. It ranks #4014 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1843.
States where it is most popular
- NY (44.4 %)
- MA (27.8 %)
- PA (27.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 32 |
| 1970-1980 | 49 |
| 1980-1990 | 44 |
| 1990-2000 | 119 |
| 2000-2010 | 189 |
| 2010-2019 | 145 |
| 2020-2029 | 84 |
Famous people named Colm
- Colm Feore: actor
- Colm Tóibín: author, novelist
- Colm Meaney: actor
Fun facts
- The name is closely tied to Saint Colmcille, who founded the famous monastery on the island of Iona in the 6th century.
- Colm is the Irish Gaelic equivalent of the Latin name Columba, sharing its root with names like Callum and Malcolm.