boy name · Irish origin
Colm
/ KUL-um /
Meaning
Colm means Dove (Irish).
Gender
Boy
Origin
Irish
Pronunciation
KUL-um
Popularity
#6881 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Colm in the US, 1880–2025
Colm first appears in US records in 1962. It peaked in 2007, when 28 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 12.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Colm mean?
Colm means “dove,” from the Latin columba; Saint Colm Cille (Columba) bore it.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Colm mean?
Colm means Dove. Colm means “dove,” from the Latin columba; Saint Colm Cille (Columba) bore it.
What is the origin of the name Colm?
Colm is of Irish origin.
How do you pronounce Colm?
Colm is pronounced “KUL-um.”
Is Colm a boy or a girl name?
Colm is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Colm?
In 2025, Colm ranked #6881 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Colm most popular?
Colm was most popular in 2007, when about 28 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.