Kolter Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kolter is of Germanic origin, meaning 'victory' or 'people'. It evolved from the name Colter and has been used in various forms. The name is associated with strength and has gained popularity in recent decades, especially in German-speaking regions. It has no biblical background but is perceived positively in modern contexts.
The name Kolter is most popular in Utah, 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 gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kolter has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too 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, 'Kolter' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7020th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4346th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1777th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Kolter' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kolter"
Pronunciation
/ˈkoʊltər/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
The name Kolter is derived from the Germanic name 'Colter', which is believed to have roots in a word meaning 'victory' or 'people'. It is often associated with the name 'Colt', which refers to a young horse.
Meaning
victory, people
Language Evolution
Colter, Kolter
Historical Usage
The name Kolter gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in German-speaking countries and among those influenced by Germanic naming traditions.
Variants & Derivatives
Colter, Colt, Kolt
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kolter is viewed as a modern and unique name, often associated with strength and vitality.
Famous People
Kolter Fink, Kolter B. Williams
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kolter"
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 "Kolter"
"Kolter" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7020th of 16616 | 77 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4346th of 24088 | 320 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1777th of 23106 | 1,063 |
Regional Popularity of "Kolter" 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) |
- | - |
56.19% 4109th/7313 |
42.66% 3184th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
31.43% 1252nd/3984 |
73.95% 3318th/4487 |
24.46% 1669th/6822 |
28.98% 1819th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Kolter" 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 "Kolter"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kolter" 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.