Kohl Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKohl / /koʊl/German; English
Meaning
German: coal; English: dark, black
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kohl has German origins, often associated with the word for coal. In some contexts, it can also refer to the color black. The name has been used in various cultures, primarily in German-speaking regions. It has also been adopted in English-speaking countries, where it may carry different connotations.
Trend Summary
The name Kohl has seen limited popularity in the United States, with occasional spikes in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Cole
- Kole
International Variants
- Noé (French)
Famous people named Kohl
Kohl, Helmut: A prominent German politician who served as Chancellor of Germany from 1982 to 1998.
Kohl, John: An American artist known for his contributions to contemporary art.
Kohl, David: A notable American businessman recognized in the tech industry.
Kohl, Michael: A German author known for his works in fiction.
Fictional characters named Kohl
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kohl was first seen in the United States in 1982. Kohl has ranked as high as #1201 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Washington, Louisiana, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Kohl has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kohl (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1985 | 15 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 31 |
| 1991 | 37 |
| 1992 | 39 |
| 1993 | 53 |
| 1994 | 66 |
| 1995 | 60 |
| 1996 | 57 |
| 1997 | 60 |
| 1998 | 69 |
| 1999 | 73 |
| 2000 | 86 |
| 2001 | 98 |
| 2002 | 96 |
| 2003 | 93 |
| 2004 | 66 |
| 2005 | 53 |
| 2006 | 52 |
| 2007 | 64 |
| 2008 | 55 |
| 2009 | 58 |
| 2010 | 44 |
| 2011 | 32 |
| 2012 | 28 |
| 2013 | 33 |
| 2014 | 32 |
| 2015 | 34 |
| 2016 | 28 |
| 2017 | 27 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 28 |
| 2020 | 15 |
| 2021 | 24 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2023 | 16 |
| 2024 | 10 |