COLINS
Colins
Colins is a variant spelling of the surname Collins, a common surname of English and Irish origin. The name is derived from the medieval personal name "Colin," a diminutive of Nicholas, meaning "victory of the people".
Origins and Distribution: The Collins surname has been found throughout the British Isles, with concentrations in areas such as Ireland and England. It is one of the most widespread surnames in the English-speaking world.
Notable Individuals:
- Michael Collins (1890-1922): An Irish revolutionary leader who played a key role in the struggle for Irish independence.
- Phil Collins (b. 1951): A British musician, singer, and songwriter known for his work with the band Genesis as well as his successful solo career.
- Joan Collins (b. 1933): A British actress known for her roles in film and television, including the iconic character Alexis Colby in the soap opera "Dynasty".
Variants: The surname Colins has various alternative spellings, including Collins, Collin, and Collings. These variants may have different regional or historical origins.
Coat of Arms: The Collins family name is associated with a symbolic coat of arms, often featuring elements such as lions, crosses, and heraldic shields. These symbols are used to represent the family's history and values.
Legacy: The Collins surname has a rich historical legacy, with individuals bearing the name making significant contributions in various fields such as politics, music, acting, and more. The name continues to be passed down through generations, contributing to its enduring presence in contemporary British society.
There are approximately 141 people named Colins in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Colins.
Surname type: From name of parent
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Daniel
- David
- John
- Kenneth
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Stephen
- Steven
- William
Female
- Anne
- Carol
- Elaine
- Julie
- Linda
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Samantha
- Sheila
- Sue
Similar and related surnames
- Coghlin
- Coli
- Coalin
- Colin
- Colina
- Clins
- Coaling
- Colies
- Colinese
- Coliney
- Coling
- Colinge
- Colings
- Colini
- Colino
- Colis
- Collens
- Collians
- Collims
- Collin
- Collina
- Colline
- Collines
- Colling
- Collings
- Collini
- Collinns
- Collino
- Collins
- Collions
- Colllins
- Collyn
- Collyns
- Colyn
- Cowlin
- Cowling
- Cowlings
- Cowlyn
- Kolin
- Kolins
- Kollin
- Cllins
- Colias
- Colinsky
- Colinson
- Colios
- Collains
- Collan
- Collies
- Collind
- Collinge
- Collinsan
- Collinsen
- Collinson
- Collis
- Collns
- Collon
- Coolins
- Cluness
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.