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Origin: Norse

Meaning: Mace; Cudgel; Dark town; One who lives in the dark town

Kolby is a masculine name of Old Norse origin. A variant of the Old German names Kolbe and Kolb, this baby name translates to “mace” or “cudgel.” Though these tall, ball-pointed weapons were commonly used in the medieval era for close combat, these sharp spears were used primarily by members of the royal family, like princes, dukes, and even court jesters. Since then, Kolby carries strong connotations, symbolizing nobility, power, and change. Kolby can also be spelled as Colby and is thought to mean “dark town” or “one who lives in the charcoal town.” This stems from the Old Norse koli, meaning “charcoal,” and býr, meaning “farm” or “settlement.” With a name like Kolby, baby can be the perfect wrecking ball.