Kohl Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Kohl has its origins in German, meaning 'cabbage.' It has evolved through various historical forms and reflects traits of German culture. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name. It gained popularity as a surname in the Middle Ages, often linked to occupations. Today, it carries a traditional image, associated with notable figures like Helmut Kohl.
The name Kohl is most popular in Washington, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kohl has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Kohl' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2358th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1951st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4369th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Kohl' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kohl"
Pronunciation
/koʊl/
Origin
German
Etymology
The name Kohl is derived from the German word for 'cabbage' and is often a surname that may have originated from a nickname for someone who grew or sold cabbages.
Meaning
cabbage
Language Evolution
Kohli, Kohlen, Kohl
Historical Usage
The surname Kohl has been used since the Middle Ages in German-speaking regions and has gained popularity in various forms as families adopted surnames based on occupations or characteristics.
Variants & Derivatives
Kohli, Kohlen, Cole
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Kohl is perceived as traditional and is often associated with German heritage. It may also evoke a sense of rustic charm.
Famous People
Kohl's department stores (retail chain), Helmut Kohl (former Chancellor of Germany)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kohl"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Kohl"
"Kohl" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2358th of 16616 | 437 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1951st of 24088 | 1,027 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4369th of 23106 | 278 |
Regional Popularity of "Kohl" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
44.10% 1625th/3685 |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
- |
36.63% 2314th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
42.49% 1947th/4582 |
52.71% 2722nd/5164 |
31.18% 2280th/7313 |
26.71% 1993rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
49.91% 3405th/6822 |
- |
Regional Popularity of "Kohl" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kohl"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kohl" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.