The nameColombe
Colombe is a French girl's name of Latin origin, taken from the dove, the bird that symbolises peace.
- Girl's name
- Latin
- Feast day
Meaning
Colombe comes from the Latin columba, "dove".
Origin
Latin. Saint Columba of Sens is a martyr venerated in that city.
History
The name has been coming back into fashion in France since the 2000s.
Popularity of the name Colombe
Colombe in France
581stmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
2008peak year (115 births)
4,505babies named Colombe in France since 1900
Colombe was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 845 births over the decade, 19% of all recorded babies named Colombe. Half of all babies named Colombe in France were born before 1993. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 68 births a year.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Colombe mean?
Colombe comes from the Latin columba, "dove".
What is the origin of the name Colombe?
Latin. Saint Columba of Sens is a martyr venerated in that city.
Is Colombe a girl's or a boy's name?
Colombe is a girl's name.