Kolson
Kolson is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Son of Cole or son of Nicholas.
Origin and history
Kolson is a modern American name, adapted from the surname Colson or as a contemporary spelling variation of traditional patronymic names meaning 'son of Cole'. It has gained noticeable traction in the United States in recent years as parents favor surname-style names with a 'K' spelling. Its usage reflects modern trends towards strong, crisp-sounding boys' names.
Popularity in the United States
2,084 babies in the United States have been named Kolson since 1880. It ranks #2827 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #863.
States where it is most popular
- TX (11.4 %)
- OH (10.1 %)
- IN (7.9 %)
- KY (7.9 %)
- PA (6.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 95 |
| 2010-2019 | 514 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,475 |
Fun facts
- The majority of published birth records for the name Kolson in the U.S. have occurred since 2020.
- It represents a modern K-spelling variant of the surname Colson, which traces back to Medieval English roots.