Coley Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKOH-lee / /ˈkoʊli/English; Irish
Meaning
English: victory; Irish: dark-haired
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Coley is derived from the surname Cole, which has Old English origins meaning 'victory'. In Irish contexts, it can be associated with the meaning 'dark-haired'. The name has been used in various forms throughout history and has gained popularity as a given name in recent decades. It is often considered a modern and trendy choice for boys.
Trend Summary
Coley has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Coly
- Coley
International Variants
- Koli (Finnish)
- Kole (Slavic)
Famous people named Coley
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Fictional characters named Coley
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Coley was first seen in the United States in 1881. Coley has ranked as high as #1210 nationally, which occurred in 1993, and has been most popular in South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi. In the past 5 years the name Coley has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Coley (2018)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1881 | 5 |
| 1883 | 6 |
| 1889 | 6 |
| 1891 | 5 |
| 1892 | 5 |
| 1893 | 11 |
| 1894 | 5 |
| 1895 | 7 |
| 1898 | 5 |
| 1900 | 6 |
| 1901 | 5 |
| 1904 | 5 |
| 1905 | 5 |
| 1906 | 11 |
| 1909 | 10 |
| 1910 | 7 |
| 1911 | 9 |
| 1912 | 19 |
| 1913 | 15 |
| 1914 | 23 |
| 1915 | 21 |
| 1916 | 18 |
| 1917 | 19 |
| 1918 | 22 |
| 1919 | 13 |
| 1920 | 9 |
| 1921 | 21 |
| 1922 | 20 |
| 1923 | 20 |
| 1924 | 14 |
| 1925 | 14 |
| 1926 | 17 |
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1928 | 16 |
| 1929 | 14 |
| 1930 | 16 |
| 1931 | 12 |
| 1932 | 18 |
| 1933 | 11 |
| 1934 | 18 |
| 1935 | 14 |
| 1936 | 13 |
| 1937 | 13 |
| 1938 | 25 |
| 1939 | 18 |
| 1940 | 16 |
| 1941 | 17 |
| 1942 | 9 |
| 1943 | 22 |
| 1944 | 20 |
| 1945 | 22 |
| 1946 | 11 |
| 1947 | 20 |
| 1948 | 18 |
| 1949 | 21 |
| 1950 | 20 |
| 1951 | 14 |
| 1952 | 20 |
| 1953 | 15 |
| 1954 | 16 |
| 1955 | 14 |
| 1956 | 25 |
| 1957 | 16 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1959 | 11 |
| 1960 | 16 |
| 1961 | 22 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1963 | 14 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1965 | 15 |
| 1966 | 15 |
| 1967 | 22 |
| 1968 | 23 |
| 1969 | 25 |
| 1970 | 24 |
| 1971 | 26 |
| 1972 | 15 |
| 1973 | 26 |
| 1974 | 23 |
| 1975 | 19 |
| 1976 | 22 |
| 1977 | 21 |
| 1978 | 26 |
| 1979 | 31 |
| 1980 | 20 |
| 1981 | 14 |
| 1982 | 16 |
| 1983 | 18 |
| 1984 | 17 |
| 1985 | 15 |
| 1986 | 18 |
| 1987 | 22 |
| 1988 | 22 |
| 1989 | 20 |
| 1990 | 20 |
| 1991 | 19 |
| 1992 | 25 |
| 1993 | 37 |
| 1994 | 15 |
| 1995 | 25 |
| 1996 | 22 |
| 1997 | 20 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 26 |
| 2000 | 29 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 18 |
| 2003 | 15 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 21 |
| 2008 | 19 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 15 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 7 |