Colm
Colm is a boys' name of Irish origin meaning “dove.” The Irish form of Columba, meaning dove, honoring Saint Colm Cille (Columba), who founded the famous monastery on Iona.
how do you pronounce Colm?
KUL-um
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what does Colm mean?
The name Colm means “dove.” It comes from the Irish language tradition.
The Irish form of Columba, meaning dove, honoring Saint Colm Cille (Columba), who founded the famous monastery on Iona. The name is strongly associated with peace and monastic scholarship. It remains steadfastly popular in Ireland as a name of profound spiritual heritage.
who are famous people named Colm?
- Colm Tóibín (Irish novelist and essayist)
- Colm Meaney (Irish actor)
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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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