NAME PROFILE
Columbus
Columbus is a name of Latin origin meaning 'dove,' associated with peace and discovery. It evokes the spirit of exploration and adventure, reflecting the historical significance of its most famous bearer, Christopher Columbus.
Key Stats
| Total births | 7,517 |
| Gender | Male (53% / 47%) |
| Peak year | 1922 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 1974 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | Italian, Spanish |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
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Top States
NC — 21%GA — 21%MS — 20%AL — 20%SC — 17%
Notable People
Christopher Columbus (Explorer, discovered the Americas in 1492) · Columbus Short (Actor, known for *Stomp the Yard*) · Columbus Blue Jackets (NHL team) · Columbus Crew (MLS team) · Columbus Circle (Famous landmark in New York City)
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