Cole Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKOHL / /koʊl/English; Latin
Meaning
English: swarthy; Latin: victory
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Cole has roots in both English and Latin. In English, it is derived from the Old English 'cola,' meaning 'swarthy' or 'dark.' In Latin, it is associated with the word 'colere,' meaning 'to cultivate' or 'to honor.' The name has been used since the Middle Ages and has remained popular in various forms throughout history.
Trend Summary
Cole has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Coal
- Col
International Variants
- Noé (French)
- Nicolás (Spanish)
Famous people named Cole
Cole Porter was an American composer and songwriter known for his contributions to musical theater.
Cole Sprouse is an American actor recognized for his roles in television series such as 'The Suite Life of Zack & Cody.'.
Cole Hamels is a former professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball.
Cole Beasley is an American football wide receiver known for his time in the NFL.
Fictional characters named Cole
Cole McGrath is the protagonist of the video game series 'inFAMOUS,' known for his superpowers and moral choices.
Cole Phelps is the main character in the video game 'L.A. Noire,' a detective solving crimes in post-war Los Angeles.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cole was first seen in the United States in 1886. Cole has ranked as high as #115 nationally, which occurred in 2002, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Cole has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Cole (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 187 | |
| NY | 156 | |
| CA | 141 | |
| TX | 127 | |
| FL | 106 | |
| OH | 93 | |
| IL | 87 | |
| MA | 86 | |
| NC | 75 | |
| MI | 74 | |
| VA | 57 | |
| WI | 57 | |
| CT | 56 | |
| MO | 51 | |
| TN | 44 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1886 | 6 |
| 1899 | 5 |
| 1900 | 6 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1910 | 6 |
| 1911 | 10 |
| 1912 | 23 |
| 1913 | 19 |
| 1914 | 23 |
| 1915 | 26 |
| 1916 | 25 |
| 1917 | 19 |
| 1918 | 17 |
| 1919 | 22 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1921 | 19 |
| 1922 | 18 |
| 1923 | 21 |
| 1924 | 16 |
| 1925 | 18 |
| 1926 | 16 |
| 1927 | 10 |
| 1928 | 15 |
| 1929 | 13 |
| 1930 | 11 |
| 1931 | 16 |
| 1932 | 18 |
| 1933 | 10 |
| 1934 | 18 |
| 1935 | 9 |
| 1936 | 14 |
| 1937 | 12 |
| 1938 | 12 |
| 1939 | 7 |
| 1940 | 10 |
| 1941 | 22 |
| 1942 | 28 |
| 1943 | 22 |
| 1944 | 12 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1946 | 18 |
| 1947 | 34 |
| 1948 | 40 |
| 1949 | 30 |
| 1950 | 28 |
| 1951 | 50 |
| 1952 | 43 |
| 1953 | 40 |
| 1954 | 64 |
| 1955 | 62 |
| 1956 | 61 |
| 1957 | 73 |
| 1958 | 72 |
| 1959 | 69 |
| 1960 | 72 |
| 1961 | 98 |
| 1962 | 83 |
| 1963 | 63 |
| 1964 | 64 |
| 1965 | 68 |
| 1966 | 50 |
| 1967 | 53 |
| 1968 | 69 |
| 1969 | 83 |
| 1970 | 99 |
| 1971 | 99 |
| 1972 | 139 |
| 1973 | 159 |
| 1974 | 181 |
| 1975 | 158 |
| 1976 | 144 |
| 1977 | 157 |
| 1978 | 149 |
| 1979 | 158 |
| 1980 | 272 |
| 1981 | 299 |
| 1982 | 806 |
| 1983 | 1,112 |
| 1984 | 1,163 |
| 1985 | 1,185 |
| 1986 | 1,070 |
| 1987 | 1,003 |
| 1988 | 903 |
| 1989 | 909 |
| 1990 | 1,099 |
| 1991 | 1,979 |
| 1992 | 2,312 |
| 1993 | 2,665 |
| 1994 | 3,301 |
| 1995 | 3,149 |
| 1996 | 3,737 |
| 1997 | 5,159 |
| 1998 | 5,148 |
| 1999 | 5,317 |
| 2000 | 5,926 |
| 2001 | 5,739 |
| 2002 | 6,038 |
| 2003 | 5,898 |
| 2004 | 5,648 |
| 2005 | 5,587 |
| 2006 | 5,639 |
| 2007 | 5,703 |
| 2008 | 5,389 |
| 2009 | 5,278 |
| 2010 | 4,590 |
| 2011 | 4,140 |
| 2012 | 3,779 |
| 2013 | 3,453 |
| 2014 | 3,426 |
| 2015 | 3,499 |
| 2016 | 3,603 |
| 2017 | 3,467 |
| 2018 | 3,347 |
| 2019 | 3,091 |
| 2020 | 2,768 |
| 2021 | 2,834 |
| 2022 | 2,625 |
| 2023 | 2,363 |
| 2024 | 2,219 |