Columba Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Latin
Gender Distribution:
0% Masculine / 100% Feminine
Meaning:
Columba means dove and is associated with peace and purity.
Meaning of the Name Columba
Columba is a Latin name derived from the word "columbula", meaning dove. It has a strong connection to Saint Columba, an important figure in early Christianity who spread the religion throughout Scotland and Ireland. The name is often associated with peace, love, and purity. Columba is also the genus name for a group of birds commonly known as doves and pigeons.
Popularity of the Name Columba
The popularity for the name Columba peaked in popularity in the year 1919 with 6 births, which ranked number 7,987 out of 9,305 unique names for that year. Columba had the most female births in 1919 with 6, which ranked number 4,252 out of 5,559 female names for that year.
Nationwide Popularity of Columba
Popularity of Columba by State
We have no state ranking data available for the name Columba. This means no states recorded more than 5 births for Columba in the most recent calendar year. If you are looking for a rare or unique name, Columba is a great pick!
2024 Popularity Projections for Columba
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