Coulter

“descendant of Uidhir”

Ireland origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#3430US 2023

34Births / yr

↑Rising

687All-time births

📅 Since 197900

What does Coulter mean and where does it come from?

Coulter is an Irish surname of patronymic origin, derived from the Gaelic 'Mac Uidhir', which means 'descendant of Uidhir', with Uidhir itself derived from 'Árdghal', a name that possibly means 'high valor'. Over time, Coulter has also become popular as a given name. The name is pronounced with a di

Cultural significance

Coulter has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Ireland-speaking communities, where it reflects values of irish.

Peak popularity

Reached #3070 in 1988 — currently #3430 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Coulter?

Coulter works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Coulter Grace

How popular is Coulter right now?

Rising fast — up 681 spots — currently #3430 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2023#3430 · Top 2.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#3430	34	▲ up 681 · +31% births
2022	#4111	26	▲ up 22 · +4% births
2021	#4133	25	▲ up 440 · +19% births
2020	#4573	21	▼ down 353 · -12% births
2015	#4220	24	▼ down 277 · -8% births
2010	#3943	26	▼ down 374 · -4% births
2005	#3569	27	▲ up 153 · +23% births
2000	#3722	22	▼ down 64 · +22% births
1995	#3658	18	▲ up 1256 · +64% births
1990	#4914	11	▼ down 614 · +10% births
1985	#4300	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Coulter

Best Year2023Rank #3430

Peak Count34

Average Rank#4052

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1985 - 202311 years

The story of Coulter

Coulter is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1979. With 687 total births recorded, Coulter remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4300 in 1985 to #3430 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Coulter in 1988:

Michael Christopher Matthew Joshua Andrew

Coulter by decade

Coulter peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	5
1980s	64
1990s	154
2000s	204
2010s ★	239
2020s	21

💎Coulter has only 687 total recorded births since 1979 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Coulter?

Common

CouCoieCoyUlter

What names sound and feel like Coulter?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Coulter also consider these

Colter

American · referring to a

Common questions about the name Coulter

What does the name Coulter mean?

Coulter means "Irish" — a name rooted in Ireland tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Coulter?

Coulter is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Coulter have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Coulter?

Coulter originates from Ireland tradition. Ireland names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Coulter trending right now?

Coulter is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Coulter a common or rare name?

Coulter is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.