Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kolt is an Old Norse name meaning 'young horse', which has evolved through various forms in the Germanic language family. It is seen as a modern and trendy name today, with no biblical relevance. The name conveys traits of vitality and strength and has gained popularity in recent decades.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/koʊlt/
Origin
Old Norse
Etymology
The name Kolt is derived from the Old Norse name 'Kolt', which means 'young horse' or 'foal'. It is related to the word for a young horse in various Germanic languages.
Meaning
young horse
Language Evolution
Old Norse: Kolt, Middle English: Colt, Modern English: Kolt
Historical Usage
The name Kolt has gained popularity in recent years, especially in English-speaking countries, as a modern variation of the traditional name Colt.
Variants & Derivatives
Colt, Kole, Koltan
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kolt is perceived as a trendy and youthful name, often associated with strength and agility.
Famous People
Kolt McNair, a professional athlete, Kolt Walker, a notable artist
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 214 peak births in 2022
Geographic Spread
Popular across 30 US states, with strongest presence in Oklahoma
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
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
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3070th of 16616 | 297 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2466th of 24088 | 729 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1202nd of 23106 | 1,918 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - 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) |
64.56% 2379th/3685 |
- |
56.72% 2946th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
48.23% 2210th/4582 |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
27.25% 1993rd/7313 |
47.72% 3561st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
22.89% 912th/3984 |
42.17% 1892nd/4487 |
17.82% 1216th/6822 |
25.73% 1615th/6276 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - 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
This map shows relative popularity 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 in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Oklahoma 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 maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled 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, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3070th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2466th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1202nd out of 23106 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.