Coleman
Coleman is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Charcoal burner or servant of Nicholas.
Origin and history
Coleman is an English surname derived from an occupational name or a personal given name. Originally meaning 'servant of Nicholas' or referring to a burner of charcoal, it transitioned into a traditional given name in the United States. It maintains a steady, classic presence in American usage.
Popularity in the United States
17,599 babies in the United States have been named Coleman since 1880. It ranks #889 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1068.
States where it is most popular
- TX (11.7 %)
- GA (10 %)
- AL (8.3 %)
- NC (7.9 %)
- SC (6.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 147 |
| 1890-1900 | 169 |
| 1900-1910 | 237 |
| 1910-1920 | 931 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,196 |
| 1930-1940 | 897 |
| 1940-1950 | 901 |
| 1950-1960 | 817 |
| 1960-1970 | 586 |
| 1970-1980 | 533 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,277 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,052 |
| 2000-2010 | 3,498 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,324 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,034 |
Famous people named Coleman
- Coleman Hawkins: musician, saxophonist
- Coleman Young: politician, mayor
Nicknames
Cole
Fun facts
- Coleman originated as an English occupational surname before gaining popularity as a masculine given name.
- The name has been continuously registered in the United States birth records since at least 1880.