The surname Collins has a number of different origins. When found in England the name Collins is a diminutive form of the personal name Nicholas. When found in Ireland Collins comes from the Gaelic name O'Coileain, which means a young dog. In Wales the name Collins comes from "Collen" meaning a hazel grove. Notable bearers include Michael Collins an Irish national freedom fighter and hero. The name Collins is the 51st most common in the US with 300,000 bearers. A notable bearer of the surname Collins was the   Irish revolutionary soldier and politician who was a leading figure in the early-20th century struggle for Irish independence. Michael was born in Clonakilty, County Cork on October 16th 1890 and died by assasination in  Béal na Bláth, County Cork on August 22nd 1922.                                                                                                                        

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