Colter
c(o)-lter,
col-ter
US Popularity:878
Origin:British
Other Origin(s):Scottish
Meaning:Black land; Keeper of horses
Colter is a gender-neutral name of British and Scottish origin. It comes from the Gaelic phrase cúl tir, meaning "black land," and the Middle English word colt, which refers to foals. Colter was a surname given to a "keeper of horses," making it a natural choice for horse lovers and equine enthusiasts. Colter makes a distinctive choice for baby girls or boys. This rugged-sounding name is ideal for a parent wishing to foster a love of nature, adventure, and the great outdoors in their little foal!
Colter Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Colter is currently #3113 on The Bump
Boy:Colter is currently #2113 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Colter is currently #1723 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Colter is currently #878 in U.S. births
Boy:Colter is currently #875 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#875
in 2022
+ 433
from 2021
Sources
Behind the Name, Colter, June 2023
Ancestry, Colter Family History
SurnameDB, Last Name: Colter
House of Names, Colter History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
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