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Coleman Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "coleman" is "from the irish surname Ó colmáin meaning 'descendant of colmán'. colmán is derived from the gaelic elements colm 'dove' + án 'little'.", and is used often for "mainly used as a masculine name.".

Name
coleman
Meaning
from the irish surname Ó colmáin meaning 'descendant of colmán'. colmán is derived from the gaelic elements colm 'dove' + án 'little'.
Pronunciation
kohl-mən
Used for
mainly used as a masculine name.
Syllables
2

Coleman Name Details

The surname Coleman originated in Ireland and was originally a patronymic surname, meaning it denoted descent from a male ancestor. The name has ancient origins and has been found in various Irish counties throughout history. As a given name, Coleman has been used for boys for centuries and gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the 19th century.

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