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Colgan

KOL-gan /ˈkɑl.ɡæn/

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In short
Colgan is a unique male name of Irish origin, pronounced as KOL-gan (/ˈkɑl.ɡæn/). Its distinctiveness and Irish roots make it an appealing choice for parents seeking a standout name.
U.S. rank 2025
Not in the 2025 data · last seen 2016 (#12,185)
Babies in 2016
5 (<0.01% of boys)
Peak
#10,667 in 2002
First recorded
2002

Meaning of Colgan

Colgan is a male name with Irish origins. In the United States, Colgan has been given to a small number of newborn boys in recent years. While it may not be highly popular, Colgan carries a unique and distinctive quality that sets it apart from more common names. Its Irish roots give it an air of mystery and tradition, making it an appealing choice for parents seeking a name that stands out.

How to pronounce Colgan

Popularity of Colgan in the U.S.

Colgan was last recorded in the U.S. in 2016, ranked #12,185 with 5 babies. It peaked at #10,667 in 2002. It first appears in the records in 2002.

Bar and line chart: Colgan in the U.S., 2002–2016. Bars: boys given the name each year, most 5 in 2002 and 5 in 2016. Line: rank among boy names, peak #10,667 in 2002, #12,185 in 2016.
  • Boys named Colgan (left scale)
  • Rank among U.S. boy names (right scale, #1 at the top)
By year, 2002–2016. Source: SSA. Download: PNG · SVG
Year-by-year table, 2002⁠–⁠2016 3 rows
YearBabiesRankvs previous year
2016512,185back
2010512,231back
2002510,667new