Coltrane Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Coltrane is a Scottish name meaning 'dove place', evolving from the Gaelic 'Colm' and 'trena'. Its popularity surged in the 20th century, closely tied to the famous jazz musician John Coltrane. The name embodies traits of creativity and musicality, with no biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Coltrane"
Pronunciation
/ˈkoʊltreɪn/
Origin
Scottish
Etymology
The surname Coltrane is believed to derive from the Scottish Gaelic 'Colm' meaning 'dove' and 'trena' meaning 'a place'. It is often associated with the Scottish Highlands.
Meaning
dove place
Language Evolution
Colm, Coltrane
Historical Usage
The name Coltrane gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly due to the influence of the renowned jazz musician John Coltrane.
Variants & Derivatives
Coltrane, Coltrayn
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Coltrane is primarily associated with jazz music and is viewed positively due to the legacy of John Coltrane.
Famous People
John Coltrane, Alice Coltrane
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 20 peak births in 2009
Geographic Spread
Popular across 1 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 2 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Coltrane"
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 "Coltrane"
"Coltrane" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5564th of 24088 | 223 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7838th of 23106 | 116 |
Regional Popularity of "Coltrane" 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) |
- | - | - |
47.17% 3520th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Coltrane" 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 "Coltrane"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Coltrane" 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 "Coltrane" in the United States
The name Coltrane is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Coltrane has been stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Coltrane' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5564th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7838th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Coltrane' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.