Kolbe Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Kolbe originates from German, meaning 'dark' or 'club'. It evolved from historical forms like Kolb and Colbe. The name is associated with traits of strength and resilience and has no biblical relevance. Its popularity rose in the 20th century, and it is currently perceived as unique and traditional.
The name Kolbe is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kolbe 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, 'Kolbe' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6168th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2159th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2233rd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 23498th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 18286th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kolbe' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kolbe"
Pronunciation
/ˈkoʊlbi/
Origin
German
Etymology
The name Kolbe is derived from the German word 'kolbe', which means 'club' or 'cudgel'. It is also associated with the Old Germanic name 'Kolb', which means 'dark' or 'swarthy'.
Meaning
dark, club
Language Evolution
Kolb, Colbe, Kolbe
Historical Usage
The name Kolbe gained popularity in the early to mid-20th century, particularly among German-speaking populations and has been associated with certain cultural figures.
Variants & Derivatives
Colby, Kolb, Colbe
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Kolbe is viewed as unique and carries a strong, traditional connotation, often associated with resilience and strength.
Famous People
Maximilian Kolbe, a Polish Franciscan friar and martyr known for his self-sacrifice during World War II.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kolbe"
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 "Kolbe"
"Kolbe" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6168th of 16616 | 100 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2159th of 24088 | 895 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2233rd of 23106 | 748 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 23498th of 35406 | 25 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 18286th of 30306 | 33 |
Regional Popularity of "Kolbe" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
58.53% 2682nd/4582 |
- |
32.83% 2401st/7313 |
46.27% 3453rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
47.16% 1879th/3984 |
62.40% 2800th/4487 |
38.86% 2651st/6822 |
49.11% 3082nd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Kolbe" 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 "Kolbe"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kolbe" 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.