Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kolten is a modern English name derived from the Old English Coltun, which means 'cold town'. It has evolved through language history from Old English to its current form. The name does not have biblical relevance and gained popularity in the late 20th century. It is viewed as a trendy name and has variants such as Colton and Colt.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkoʊltən/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Kolten is a modern variant of the name Colton, which is derived from Old English elements meaning 'cold' and 'town'.
Meaning
Cold town
Language Evolution
Coltun (Old English), Colton (Middle English), Kolten (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Kolten gained popularity in the late 20th century as parents sought unique, modern names for their children.
Variants & Derivatives
Colton, Colt, Kolt
Modern Popularity & Image
Kolten is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with a youthful and energetic image.
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 308 peak births in 2015
Geographic Spread
Popular across 39 US states, with strongest presence in Hawaii
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 | 2135th of 16616 | 501 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1042nd of 24088 | 2,630 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 975th of 23106 | 2,639 |
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) |
40.87% 1506th/3685 |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
33.02% 1715th/5194 |
38.90% 2457th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
15.19% 696th/4582 |
34.68% 1791st/5164 |
15.77% 1153rd/7313 |
17.19% 1283rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
17.12% 682nd/3984 |
34.57% 1551st/4487 |
16.17% 1103rd/6822 |
17.89% 1123rd/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 Hawaii 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 falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling 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 2135th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1042nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 975th out of 23106 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.