Kole Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Kole originates from the Old English name 'Cola', meaning 'coal black' or 'swarthy'. It has evolved through historical forms such as Cola and Col before becoming the modern variant Kole. The name is associated with traits of uniqueness and modernity, and it does not have biblical relevance.
The name Kole is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kole has been stalled for male in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, falling 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, 'Kole' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5019th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1298th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 665th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 841st out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24522nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 16629th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kole' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kole"
Pronunciation
/koʊl/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Kole is derived from the Old English name 'Cola', which means 'swarthy' or 'coal black'. It has roots in the word 'col', meaning 'charcoal' or 'coal'.
Meaning
coal black, swarthy
Language Evolution
Cola, Col, Kole
Historical Usage
Kole gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variant of the name Cole, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Cole, Colby, Koll
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kole is viewed as a trendy and contemporary name, often associated with uniqueness and individuality.
Famous People
Kole Calhoun (baseball player), Kole Smith (musician)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kole"
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 "Kole"
"Kole" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5019th of 10718 | 66 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1298th of 16616 | 1,077 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 665th of 24088 | 5,222 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 841st of 23106 | 3,258 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 24522nd of 35406 | 22 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 16629th of 30306 | 43 |
Regional Popularity of "Kole" 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) |
22.12% 815th/3685 |
49.50% 2215th/4475 |
37.06% 1925th/5194 |
26.37% 1666th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
9.62% 441st/4582 |
15.96% 824th/5164 |
11.06% 809th/7313 |
9.17% 684th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
17.80% 709th/3984 |
21.33% 957th/4487 |
12.99% 886th/6822 |
15.54% 975th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Kole" 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 "Kole"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kole" 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.