Origin
Germanic (English)
Syllables
2
Zodiac
Taurus
Trend
Steady
At a glance
Colburn is a name often given to boys. Ranked #12565 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a Germanic (English) origin and traditionally means "Dweller near a cool flowing stream". It has 2 syllables.
The Story of Colburn
Colburn blends Germanic roots suggesting a brook or stream with English surname traditions. It carries a sturdy, outdoorsy feel popular in rural American communities. Modern parents appreciate its rarity and masculine strength, often pairing it with short middle names. The name suggests reliability, quiet confidence, and a deep connection to nature.
Popularity
Currently ranked #12565 on the Baby Billboard Charts.
Numerology Profile
Seeks truth and inner wisdom.
Craves creative self-expression.
Values stability and hard work.
Leads with independence and ambition.
Zodiac & Astrology
Taurus
Reflects steady and nurturing qualities.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Grounded energy that feels protective and calm.
Color Aura
Forest Green
Element
Earth
Season
Autumn
Gemstone
Emerald
Spirit Animal
Bear
Power Word
Steadfast
Energy Type
Earth × Autumn
Personality & Traits
Reliable
Always follows through on promises.
Thoughtful
Considers others' feelings deeply.
Adventurous
Enjoys exploring nature and new ideas.
Famous People Named Colburn
Colburn Brittain
American attorney and politician
Colburn H. Smith
Historical figure in American industry
Colburn in Pop Culture
Colburn
The Waltons
Colburn
Various novels
Historical Events
1850
Surname documented in English records.
1920
Appeared in American census data.
International Variations
Colburn in Different Scripts
科尔本
Chinese (Mandarin)
コルバーン
Japanese (Katakana)
콜번
Korean
Колберн
Cyrillic
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Colburn:
Colburn James
Colburn Elias
Colburn Reed
Colburn Hayes
Colburn Miles
Colburn Brooks
Colburn Quinn
Fun Facts & Trivia
Shares roots with English place names.
Rising in popularity among nature-inspired names.
Evokes imagery of peaceful streams.
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KOL-burn
Quick Facts
This page is reviewed by the Baby Billboard Charts editorial team. Rankings come from official U.S. Social Security Administration birth records, with descriptions checked for clarity and usefulness. See our Editorial Policy for our methodology and correction process.