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The name Colin is of Greek, Scottish, United States, Irish origin and is typically given to Boys. It is associated with the Christianity religion. Numerologically, Colin is often linked to the number 8.
Colin Name Meaning, Origin, Numerology, Rashi & More
What does the name Colin mean? What is the meaning of the name Colin
Meaning of Colin: Name Colin in the Greek, Scottish, United States, Irish origin, means The triumph or victory of the people against the enemy. Name Colin is of Greek, Scottish, United States, Irish origin and is a Boy name. People with name Colin are usually Christianity by religion.
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Colin
Meaning
The triumph or victory of the people against the enemy
Pronunciation
Characters
1 word with 5 characters
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C-O-L-I-N
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Pythagorean Numerology
8
Indian Vedic Numerology
9
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Famous people with name Colin (Namesakes)
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- Colin Quinn
Colin Edward Quinn (born June 6, 1959) is an American stand-up comedian, actor, and writer.
- Colin Hendry
Edward Colin James Hendry (born 7 December 1965) is a Scottish professional football coach and former player.
- Colin Powell
Colin Luther Powell (; born April 5, 1937) is an American politician and retired four-star general in the United States Army.
- Colin Firth
Colin Andrew Firth (born 10 September 1960) is an English actor who has received an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, two BAFTA Awards, and three Screen Actors Guild Awards, as well as the Volpi Cup for Best Actor at the Venice Film Festival.
- Colin Farrell
Colin James Farrell (; born 31 May 1976) is an Irish actor.
- Colin Greenwood
Colin Charles Greenwood (born 26 June 1969) is an English musician and the bassist for the alternative rock band Radiohead.
- Margaret Colin
Margaret Colin (born May 26, 1958) is an American actress.
- Colin Mochrie
Colin Andrew Mochrie (; born November 30, 1957) is a Scottish-born Canadian actor, writer, producer and improvisational comedian, best known for his appearances on the British and US versions of the improvisational TV show Whose Line Is It Anyway?
Mochrie honed his comedic talents with Vancouver's TheatreSports League and Toronto's Second City theatre.
- Colin Pitchfork
Colin Pitchfork (born 23 March 1960) is a British convicted murderer and rapist.
- Colin Hay
Colin James Hay (born 29 June 1953) is a Scottish–Australian musician, singer, songwriter, and actor.
- Colin Hanks
Colin Lewes Hanks (born November 24, 1977) is an American actor, producer, and director.
- Colin Ferguson
Colin Ferguson (born July 22, 1972) is a Canadian/American actor, director and producer.
- Colin Jeavons
Colin Abel Jeavons (born 20 October 1929) is a retired, English television actor.
- Colin Friels
Colin Friels (born 25 September 1952) is a Scottish-born Australian actor.
- Colin Kaepernick
Colin Rand Kaepernick ( KAP-ər-nik; born November 3, 1987) is an American football quarterback who is a free agent.
- Colin James
Colin James (born Colin James Munn, August 17, 1964) is a Canadian rock and blues singer and songwriter.
- Colin Ford
Colin Ford (born September 12, 1996) is an American actor and voice actor.
- Colin Jost
Colin Kelly Jost (, born June 29, 1982) is an American comedian, actor and writer.
- Colin Donnell
Colin Donnell (born October 9, 1982) is an American actor and singer best known for his performances as Billy Crocker in Anything Goes, Tommy Merlyn in The CW television series Arrow, Scotty Lockhart on the Showtime drama The Affair and as Dr.
- Colin Thackery
Colin Thackery (born 9 March 1930) is an English Korean War veteran and singer who won the thirteenth series of Britain's Got Talent in June 2019.
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Numerology of Colin
Numerology for Colin - Number 8 (Pythagorean Numerology)
Baby Name Colin Numerology: Name Colin has a number value of 8 as per Pythagorean Numerology (Western Numerology), its advised that you also calculate 'number value' of name by entering full name in our Name Numerology Calculator.
| Numerology Number (Pythagorean Numerology) | 8 |
| Indian Vedic Numerology | 9 |
| Motivation Number | 6 |
| Destiny Number (Expression Number) | 8 |
| Inner Dream Number | 11 |
| Soul Urge Number | 6 |
| Heart's Desire Number | 6 |
| Personality Number | 11 |
Spelling & Phonetics of Colin
Syllables in Colin Name
How many syllables in baby name Colin? Colin has 2 syllables. The name "Colin" can be divided into 2 syllables as:
| How many syllables in Colin? | 2 (co - lin) |
|---|---|
| Numbers of characters: | 5 |
| Unique letters: | 5 (c, o, l, i, n) |
| Colin backwards: | niloc |
| Colin sorted alphabetically: | cilno |
| Phonetic | |
| Spell | C-O-L-I-N |
| Pronunciation |
Name Colin is combinations of, 1 occurance of C, 1 occurance of O, 1 occurance of L, 1 occurance of I, 1 occurance of N.
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Birthday Wishes for Colin
How to Wish a Happy Birthday to Colin
Colin's birthday is a remarkable occasion that deserves thoughtful and heartfelt wishes. Whether he's a close friend, a family member, or a colleague, the perfect birthday message can make his day even more special. From warm, sincere greetings to fun, playful wishes, this section provides a variety of ideas to convey your affection, admiration, and joy for Colin on his big day.
Happy Birthday, Colin! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
Colin, Happy Birthday! Another year older, but not a year less awesome. I hope your day is filled with love, laughter, and everything that makes you happiest. Here's to an amazing year ahead!
Happy Birthday, Colin! You bring so much light to everyone around you. May your day be as bright and wonderful as your heart. Cheers to more laughter, adventures, and memories this year!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about name Colin
What is the meaning of Colin?
Name Colin means The triumph or victory of the people against the enemy as per The ParentZ Baby Name Finder, largest baby names list. Learn more Colin Name Meaning and Origin.
What is the numerology of baby name Colin?
Name Colin has numerology 9 as per The ParentZ.
What is the numerology of Colin?
Numerology number of Colin is 9 (Vedic) and 8 (Pythagorean Numerology) as per The ParentZ.
What is the lucky number of name Colin?
The lucky number of name Colin is 9 as per number numerology.
What is the length of Colin name?
The name Colin has 5 letters. The name Colin consists of 1 word with 5 characters.
Where does the name Colin come from?
Colin is a Greek, Scottish, United States, Irish name given to Boys as per The ParentZ.
What is the origin of the name Colin?
The name Colin is of Greek, Scottish, United States, Irish origin and is used within Christianity communities.
What does Colin mean?
Name Colin means The triumph or victory of the people against the enemy as per The ParentZ
What does the name Colin mean?
Colin is of Greek, Scottish, United States, Irish origin and means The triumph or victory of the people against the enemy as per The ParentZ
What is the meaning and origin of the baby name Colin?
Colin means The triumph or victory of the people against the enemy and is a Greek, Scottish, United States, Irish name given to Boys as per The ParentZ
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The name Colin consists of 5 alphabets.
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Happy Birthday, Colin! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
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