Colter Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKOL-ter / ˈkoʊltərEnglish; Old Norse
Meaning
English: 'from the dark town'; Old Norse: 'shelter'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Colter has roots in both English and Old Norse. It is often associated with geographical locations, particularly in the United States. The name gained popularity in the 19th century, partly due to the westward expansion and exploration. It has a rugged, outdoorsy connotation, often linked to the American frontier.
Trend Summary
Colter has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Colt
- Colter
International Variants
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Famous people named Colter
Colter Wall is a Canadian singer-songwriter known for his folk and country music.
Colter Beck is an American professional athlete recognized in the sport of wrestling.
Colter Smith is an American actor known for his roles in independent films.
Colter Hargis is a notable American entrepreneur in the tech industry.
Fictional characters named Colter
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Colter was first seen in the United States in 1971. Colter has ranked as high as #370 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in Texas, Utah, Montana, California, and Arizona. In the past 5 years the name Colter has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Colter (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 147 | |
| MO | 77 | |
| CA | 74 | |
| TN | 65 | |
| OH | 59 | |
| OK | 59 | |
| NC | 56 | |
| IA | 53 | |
| IN | 53 | |
| UT | 52 | |
| KY | 49 | |
| AZ | 49 | |
| WA | 47 | |
| MN | 46 | |
| WI | 45 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 20 |
| 1978 | 25 |
| 1979 | 25 |
| 1980 | 31 |
| 1981 | 34 |
| 1982 | 56 |
| 1983 | 56 |
| 1984 | 63 |
| 1985 | 65 |
| 1986 | 60 |
| 1987 | 75 |
| 1988 | 69 |
| 1989 | 72 |
| 1990 | 82 |
| 1991 | 98 |
| 1992 | 118 |
| 1993 | 103 |
| 1994 | 89 |
| 1995 | 105 |
| 1996 | 92 |
| 1997 | 91 |
| 1998 | 90 |
| 1999 | 97 |
| 2000 | 82 |
| 2001 | 79 |
| 2002 | 101 |
| 2003 | 103 |
| 2004 | 109 |
| 2005 | 102 |
| 2006 | 119 |
| 2007 | 124 |
| 2008 | 140 |
| 2009 | 164 |
| 2010 | 131 |
| 2011 | 150 |
| 2012 | 150 |
| 2013 | 140 |
| 2014 | 163 |
| 2015 | 142 |
| 2016 | 131 |
| 2017 | 143 |
| 2018 | 151 |
| 2019 | 221 |
| 2020 | 221 |
| 2021 | 438 |
| 2022 | 720 |
| 2023 | 1,034 |
| 2024 | 1,643 |