Cole: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Dark, charcoal — cool and understated
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 1
- Current rank
- #131
- Peak
- #69 in 2002
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Cole Means
Cole is a boy name of English origin. Dark, charcoal — cool and understated
How Popular Cole Is
Cole currently ranks #131 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #69 in 2002. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Cole
- Cole broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #69 in 2002.
- Cole has been a top 100 name across 176+ years of American history.
- Cole is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It has a fresh, modern feel that appeals to today's parents.
Names Like Cole
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Cole
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Cole.
Questions About Cole
What does Cole mean?
Cole is a boy name of English origin. Dark, charcoal — cool and understated
How popular is Cole?
Cole currently ranks #131 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #69 in 2002. It has held steady.
Where does Cole come from?
Cole comes from English roots. Cole broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #69 in 2002.
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