Colman

Colman meaning and name origin

Colman \c(o)-lman, col-man\ as a boy's name is of Irish origin. Anglicized form of the Colmán (Gaelic), from Columbo (Latin), which is derived from Columbanus (see Columbain). The name was borne by many early Irish saints, including Colman of Armagh, a fifth-century disciple of Saint Patrick. See also Columba.

Baby names that sound like Colman are Gilman and Gillman. Other similar baby names are Colan and Holman.

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Popularity of Colman

Colman is not a popular first name for men but a very popular surname or last name for all people (#7345 out of 88799). (1990 U.S. Census)

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