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Cobyn

Male

« Cobyn is a rare, Welsh-derived name meaning "holly," originally a pet form of the historic Welsh prince Celyn ap Madog. »

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Meaning, origin, history

Cobyn is a unique and distinctive name of Welsh origin. It is derived from the Welsh name Celyn, which means "holly" in English. Holly is a type of evergreen tree or shrub with glossy leaves and bright red berries that is often associated with Christmas. The name Cobyn is believed to have originated as a pet form of the Welsh name Celyn ap Madog, which was the name of a 12th-century Welsh prince. The "ap" in this name denotes that he was the son of Madog ap Gruffudd, who was a king of Gwynedd in Wales. Over time, the name Cobyn has become more commonly used as an independent given name rather than simply as a pet form of Celyn. It is still relatively rare, but it can be found in various parts of the world where Welsh influence has been significant, such as in Wales itself and among Welsh immigrants and their descendants. In summary, Cobyn is a unique and distinctive name of Welsh origin that means "holly." It has a historical connection to the 12th-century Welsh prince Celyn ap Madog, but it is now more commonly used as an independent given name.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Cobyn since 1880

Total births
13
Total since 1880
Peak year
2015
7 births
in 2015
7
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
-100%
vs previous 5 years