Anglicized form of the Irish name Colmán, a diminutive of Colm, meaning 'dove'. The surname also exists as an English occupational name for a coal burner.
Nicknames
cole
Vibe
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How it ages.
A sturdy surname-style name with an easy nickname in Cole: familiar enough to wear well, uncommon enough to feel distinctive.
The cultural moment.
Rare in the United States: ranked #1,279 for boys in 2024, after last appearing in the top 1000 in 2018.