Kolter

“Kolter is a variant of the name Colter, which has English origins”

English origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#1091US 2023

197Births / yr

↑Rising

743All-time births

📅 Since 198700

What does Kolter mean and where does it come from?

Kolter is a variant of the name Colter, which has English origins. It was historically used as a surname and has been adapted as a first name in contemporary settings. The name is uncommon as a first name and may appeal to those looking for unique alternatives to more common names.

Cultural significance

Kolter has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of english.

Peak popularity

Reached #2202 in 2020 — currently #1091 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Kolter?

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

Kolter Grace

How popular is Kolter right now?

Rising fast — up 258 spots — currently #1091 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#1091 · Top 0.81%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1091	197	▲ up 258 · +42% births
2022	#1349	139	▲ up 497 · +65% births
2021	#1846	84	▲ up 356 · +35% births
2020	#2202	62	▲ up 592 · +44% births
2015	#2794	43	▲ up 879 · +48% births
2010	#3673	29	▲ up 2072 · +107% births
2005	#5745	14	▲ up 3981 · +133% births
2000	#9726	6	▼ down 2214 · -14% births
1995	#7512	7	▲ up 1572 · +40% births
1990	#9084	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kolter

Best Year2023Rank #1091

Peak Count197

Average Rank#4502

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1990 - 202310 years

The story of Kolter

Kolter is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1987. With 743 total births recorded, Kolter remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #9084 in 1990 to #1091 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Kolter in 2020:

Liam Noah Oliver Elijah William

Kolter by decade

Kolter peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	15
1990s	87
2000s	186
2010s ★	393
2020s	62

💎Kolter has only 743 total recorded births since 1987 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Kolter?

Common

KolKoOlter

What names sound and feel like Kolter?

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

Kolten

American · derived from 'Colton',

Colter

American · referring to a

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Germanic · one who lives

Common questions about the name Kolter

What does the name Kolter mean?

Kolter means "English" — a name rooted in English 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 Kolter?

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

What is the cultural origin of Kolter?

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

Is Kolter trending right now?

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

Is Kolter a common or rare name?

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