Koloman

Koloman is a male first name of Irish origin, meaning 'the dove' or alternatively 'the dove-like.' Its origins trace back to the Celtic language area and are associated with the ancient Irish monastery name Colum.

What does the name Koloman mean?

The name Koloman has its roots in Ireland and means 'the dove' or 'the dove-like.' It can be traced back to the Celtic monastery name Colum. The Latinized version Columbanus traces the name to the Latin word columba, which means 'the dove.' A notable bearer of this name is Saint Koloman, a saint from Ireland who lived in the 10th century and is now honored as the patron saint of Austria.

Where does the name Koloman come from?

The name Koloman is of Celtic origin and means 'the dove' or 'the dove-like.' The etymology comes from the Celtic.

How do you pronounce Koloman?

The pronunciation of Koloman is three syllables: 'Ko-lo-man' [ˈkɔloman]. The repeated open O sounds create a harmonious, rhythmically balanced sound movement. The concluding -n provides a gentle finish. Koloman sounds sonorous and historical, conveys dignity and calmness, and has a slightly Southeast European tone.

When is the name day of Koloman?

The name day of Koloman is celebrated on October 13.

Popularity

In Germany, Koloman is a rather rare first name. In 2013, it ranked 3,619th on the list of the most common male first names. Between 2010 and 2024, Koloman was given as a first name in Germany fewer than 10 times, placing it at 9,082nd. In the last ten years, no child has received this name. Global popularity and frequency of Koloman can be tracked in the name charts of various countries.

Famous people

• Franjo Koloman Likar (painter from Croatia)
• Koloman Gögh (Czech football player)
• Koloman Moser (Austrian artist)
• Koloman Sokol (Slovak artist)
• Koloman Sovic (Croatian cyclist)
• Koloman von Pataky (opera singer from Hungary)