Colt Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkolt / kəʊltEnglish; Old French
Meaning
Young horse; from the colt
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Colt is derived from the Old French word 'colt,' which refers to a young horse. It has been used as a given name in English-speaking countries since the 20th century. Colt is often associated with strength and vitality, reflecting the characteristics of a young horse. The name has gained popularity in contemporary culture, particularly in the United States.
Trend Summary
Colt has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
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Famous people named Colt
Colt McCoy is an American football quarterback known for his time in the NFL.
Colt Cabana is a professional wrestler and podcaster recognized for his work in various wrestling promotions.
Fictional characters named Colt
Colt Seavers is a character from the television series 'The Fall Guy,' known as a stuntman and bounty hunter.
Colt Laird is a character in the video game 'The Last of Us Part II,' serving as a member of a group in the game's narrative.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Colt was first seen in the United States in 1957. Colt has ranked as high as #353 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Ohio, Florida, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Colt has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Colt (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 149 | |
| CA | 77 | |
| OH | 70 | |
| FL | 59 | |
| TN | 46 | |
| PA | 45 | |
| MI | 42 | |
| OK | 40 | |
| MO | 39 | |
| WV | 34 | |
| IA | 34 | |
| GA | 33 | |
| IN | 32 | |
| WI | 29 | |
| VA | 28 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1958 | 10 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1961 | 11 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1963 | 10 |
| 1965 | 15 |
| 1966 | 11 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 16 |
| 1972 | 14 |
| 1973 | 13 |
| 1974 | 17 |
| 1975 | 15 |
| 1976 | 13 |
| 1977 | 16 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 20 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 20 |
| 1982 | 344 |
| 1983 | 351 |
| 1984 | 273 |
| 1985 | 270 |
| 1986 | 224 |
| 1987 | 266 |
| 1988 | 195 |
| 1989 | 167 |
| 1990 | 174 |
| 1991 | 201 |
| 1992 | 225 |
| 1993 | 236 |
| 1994 | 254 |
| 1995 | 236 |
| 1996 | 246 |
| 1997 | 242 |
| 1998 | 210 |
| 1999 | 194 |
| 2000 | 197 |
| 2001 | 190 |
| 2002 | 195 |
| 2003 | 157 |
| 2004 | 143 |
| 2005 | 186 |
| 2006 | 212 |
| 2007 | 428 |
| 2008 | 502 |
| 2009 | 821 |
| 2010 | 944 |
| 2011 | 954 |
| 2012 | 958 |
| 2013 | 974 |
| 2014 | 979 |
| 2015 | 1,018 |
| 2016 | 1,033 |
| 2017 | 1,333 |
| 2018 | 1,628 |
| 2019 | 1,833 |
| 2020 | 1,686 |
| 2021 | 1,736 |
| 2022 | 1,461 |
| 2023 | 1,302 |
| 2024 | 1,224 |