Columba
girl nameColumba entered the US charts in 1919, peaked at #4251 in 1919, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1919–2025
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rank today
#4251
peak (1919)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4251 |
| 1970s | #9251 |
| 1980s | #10392 |
| 1990s | #12968 |
| 2000s | #13154 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Columba are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Columba alive today was born around 1992, making them about 33 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Columba in 2025?
- Columba is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Columba most popular?
- Columba peaked in 1919, reaching #4251 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Columba with classmates?
- Columba will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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