Cole
Cole is of English origin, derived from the Old English word 'col' meaning 'coal' or 'dark,' originally used as a nickname for someone with dark features or as a short form of Nicholas. It has evolved into a strong standalone name with a simple, modern appeal.
Current Popularity
Popularity over time
Dashed bar: 2026 (projected): 1,898. How this is calculated
Yearly values
- 2011: 4,140
- 2012: 3,779
- 2013: 3,454
- 2014: 3,426
- 2015: 3,499
- 2016: 3,604
- 2017: 3,468
- 2018: 3,348
- 2019: 3,093
- 2020: 2,771
- 2021: 2,835
- 2022: 2,626
- 2023: 2,364
- 2024: 2,224
- 2025: 2,003
- 2026 (projected): 1,898
Good to Know
- •Extremely easy to spell and pronounce
- •Works well as both a first name and middle name
- •Short and punchy with no need for nicknames
- •Has a modern feel despite historical roots
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Famous People
Cole Porter
Legendary Broadway composer and songwriter
Cole Sprouse
Actor known for 'Riverdale' and 'The Suite Life'
J. Cole
Grammy-nominated rapper and record producer
Cole Hamels
MLB pitcher and World Series MVP
Statistics
154,093
Total births since 1880
2002
Peak year
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