Colson Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Colson originates from the English language, meaning 'victory of the people'. It evolved from the medieval given name Cola, which was a diminutive of Nicholas. The name has gained popularity in recent years and is often associated with a strong and creative image. There is no biblical relevance linked to this name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Colson"
Pronunciation
/ˈkoʊlsən/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Colson is derived from the medieval given name 'Cola', which is a diminutive of the name 'Nicholas'. It means 'victory of the people'.
Meaning
victory of the people
Language Evolution
Cola, Colson
Historical Usage
Colson began to gain popularity in the English-speaking world during the 19th century as a surname and later as a given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Col, Cole, Colt
Modern Popularity & Image
Colson is perceived as a modern and strong name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Colson Whitehead, Colson Baker (Machine Gun Kelly)
📊 Colson Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Colson Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,058 peak births in 2022
Geographic Spread
Popular across 47 US states, with strongest presence in Indiana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Colson"
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 "Colson"
"Colson" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7545th of 7545 | 5 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6773rd of 6773 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5132nd of 16616 | 138 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1467th of 24088 | 1,549 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 509th of 23106 | 6,927 |
Regional Popularity of "Colson" 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) |
30.34% 1390th/4582 |
39.35% 2032nd/5164 |
18.46% 1350th/7313 |
27.08% 2021st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
9.44% 376th/3984 |
11.66% 523rd/4487 |
7.11% 485th/6822 |
12.99% 815th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Colson" 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 "Colson"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Colson" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Colson" in the United States
The name Colson is most popular in Indiana, 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, Colson has been too falling for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, too falling 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, 'Colson' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7545th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6773rd out of 6773 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5132nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1467th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 509th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Colson' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.