Columbine - name meaning, origin

The girl's name Columbine \c(o)-lumbi-

is of Latin origin, and its meaning is "dove". Columbine is also a literary character who appears in traditional Italian comedy and English pantomime as Harlequin's beloved. Also a flower name for a delicate two-colored blossom.

For more information, see also the related name Columba.

Baby names that sound like Columbine are Columbia and Colombe. Other similar baby names are Coline and Colline.

Columbine is an uncommon first name for women and an equally uncommon last name for both men and women. (1990 U.S. Census)

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