Colt Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Colt originates from Old English, meaning 'young horse.' It has evolved through the centuries while retaining its original meaning. The name is often associated with strength and vitality and gained popularity in the 20th century due to its ties to American culture. Colt has no biblical relevance, and it is currently viewed as a strong, masculine name. Notable individuals with this name include Colt McCoy and Colt Ford.
The name Colt is most popular in Montana, 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 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, Colt has been falling for male in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, too falling for male in West. Across generations, 'Colt' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4360th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2857th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 649th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 585th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 263rd out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 22630th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Colt' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Colt"
Pronunciation
/koʊlt/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Colt is derived from the Old English word 'colt,' which refers to a young horse or foal. It is often associated with strength and vitality.
Meaning
young horse
Language Evolution
Old English: colt, Middle English: colt, Modern English: Colt
Historical Usage
Colt gained popularity as a given name in the United States during the 20th century, partly due to its association with the American West and cowboy culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Colton, Cole, Coltton
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Colt is perceived as a strong and masculine name, often associated with outdoor and adventurous lifestyles.
Famous People
Colt McCoy - American football quarterback, Colt Ford - American country music artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Colt"
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 "Colt"
"Colt" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4360th of 7552 | 54 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2857th of 10718 | 197 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 649th of 16616 | 3,682 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 585th of 24088 | 6,533 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 263rd of 23106 | 16,207 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 22630th of 27321 | 11 |
Regional Popularity of "Colt" 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) |
14.46% 533rd/3685 |
26.08% 1167th/4475 |
11.92% 619th/5194 |
10.35% 654th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
11.57% 530th/4582 |
19.04% 983rd/5164 |
7.10% 519th/7313 |
8.78% 655th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
5.35% 213th/3984 |
8.83% 396th/4487 |
3.68% 251st/6822 |
4.83% 303rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Colt" 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 "Colt"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Colt" 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.