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Origin: Scottish

Meaning: Of Colin; Young creature; People of victory

A triumphant boy’s name for a long-awaited blessing, Colan is of Scottish origins and a variation of Colin, meaning “young creature” or “people of victory.” Colan, as a surname, was first recorded in the 11th century. Although this is a name that has been around for quite some time, there is a contemporary feel to the name, and the spelling offers an alternative to the more commonly used Colin. Little Colan is sure to be victorious at all they put their mind to, achieving many successes throughout life.