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Name Origin

Colin is a masculine given name of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic surname Ó Collain. It means 'young cub' or 'pup', referring to a young animal, often a wolf.

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Famous People

Colin Firth (1960-)

Actor

  • Academy Award for Best Actor
  • BAFTA Awards
  • Golden Globe Awards

Colin Powell (1937-2021)

Military General and Politician

  • First African-American Secretary of State
  • Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
  • Purple Heart

Colin Kaepernick (1987-)

Former NFL Quarterback and Activist

  • Led San Francisco 49ers to Super Bowl XLVII
  • Known for kneeling during the national anthem to protest racial injustice

Colin Farrell (1976-)

Actor

  • Golden Globe Award for Best Actor
  • Known for roles in films such as In Bruges, The Lobster