Colt Name Meaning

Helen Doanna

By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: The name is famously connected to the Colt revolver, invented by Samuel Colt, which played a significant role in American history.

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A Deep Dive

Colt Overview

Meaning

Young horse

Gender

Boy

Origin

English

Etymology

Derived from the English word “colt,” meaning “young horse.”

Religion

Christianity

Pronunciation

/koʊlt/

Popularity

Colt has gained traction in the USA and is admired for its rugged and cowboy appeal. In 2023, Colt ranked #203 for boys in the USA.

Syllable

1 syllable

Length

4 letters

Numerology

5 (Visionary, Expansive, Adventurous)

Name Styles

Cool, Short, Edgy

Associated Traits

Energetic, bold, spirited

Spiritual, Religious, or Cultural Significance

Often associated with the wild and free spirit of the American West.
A Deep Dive

Colt Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Colton, Kolt, Kolton, Colter, Kolter

Common Nicknames

Colty, Coley, Cot, Coli, Kote

Diminutives

Cole, Col, Coty, Colt, Tino

Famous People

  • Colt McCoy
    (American Football Player)
  • Colt Ford
    (American Musician)
  • Colt Cabana
    (American Wrestler)
  • Colt Brennan
    (American Football Player)
  • Colt Prattes
    (American Dancer)
  • Colt Melby
    (American Entrepreneur)
  • Colt Anderson
    (American Football Player)
  • Colt McBee
    (American Artist)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Colt Bennett
    ("The Ranch," TV Series)
  • Colt
    ("Half-Life," Video Game)
  • Colt Grice
    ("Attack on Titan," Anime Series)
  • Colt Seavers
    ("The Fall Guy," TV Series)
  • Colt Raines
    ("Colt .45," Film Series)
  • "Colt Express"
    (Board Game)
  • Colt
    ("Days of Thunder," Film)
  • Colt Bronco
    ("Onward," Animated Film)

Places

  • Colt State Park
    (Bristol, Rhode Island, USA)
  • Colt Island
    (County Dublin, Ireland)
  • Colt Creek State Park
    (Polk County, Florida, USA)
  • Colt Stadium
    (Houston, Texas, USA)
  • Colt Hill
    (Odiham, Hart District, England)

What Is the Meaning of Colt?

Colt means “young horse” or “frisky.” The name implies an energetic and youthful personality, often associated with a spirited and lively nature.

What Is the Origin of The Name Colt?

The name Colt has its origins in Middle English, derived from the Old English word “colt” meaning “young horse.” It was initially used as a nickname or surname, referencing a youthful and spirited individual.

Colt Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Colt in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#2202021#2402022#2642023
Top 3 Rankings#2102019#2202021#2212020

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Colt

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023264
(-24 from 2022)
1298
(-162 from 2022)
0.07088
2022240
(-20 from 2021)
1460
(-275 from 2021)
0.07795
2021220
(+1 from 2020)
1735
(+51 from 2020)
0.09260
2020221
(-11 from 2019)
1684
(-149 from 2019)
0.09104
2019210
(+26 from 2018)
1833
(+207 from 2018)
0.09538
2018236
(+35 from 2017)
1626
(+294 from 2017)
0.08365
2017271
(+66 from 2016)
1332
(+300 from 2016)
0.06730
2016337
No change from 2015
1032
(+14 from 2015)
0.05095
2015337
(+2 from 2014)
1018
(+40 from 2014)
0.04979
2014339
(-6 from 2013)
978
(+4 from 2013)
0.04773
2013333
(-3 from 2012)
974
(+16 from 2012)
0.04820
2012330
(-3 from 2011)
958
(+4 from 2011)
0.04721
2011327
(+4 from 2010)
954
(+10 from 2010)
0.04696
2010331
(+38 from 2009)
944
(+123 from 2009)
0.04595
2009369
(+163 from 2008)
821
(+319 from 2008)
0.03871
2008532
(+61 from 2007)
502
(+74 from 2007)
0.02302
2007593
(+317 from 2006)
428
(+216 from 2006)
0.01932
2006910
(+27 from 2005)
212
(+26 from 2005)
0.00967
2005937
(+165 from 2004)
186
(+43 from 2004)
0.00874
20041102
(-95 from 2003)
143
(-14 from 2003)
0.00677
20031007
(-159 from 2002)
157
(-38 from 2002)
0.00747
2002848
(-1 from 2001)
195
(+5 from 2001)
0.00944
2001847
(-31 from 2000)
190
(-7 from 2000)
0.00919
2000816
(-26 from 1999)
197
(+3 from 1999)
0.00943
1999790
(-31 from 1998)
194
(-16 from 1998)
0.00951
1998759
(-86 from 1997)
210
(-32 from 1997)
0.01036
1997673
(-3 from 1996)
242
(-4 from 1996)
0.01211
1996670
(+22 from 1995)
246
(+10 from 1995)
0.01228
1995692
(-39 from 1994)
236
(-18 from 1994)
0.01173
1994653
(+16 from 1993)
254
(+18 from 1993)
0.01246
1993669
(+21 from 1992)
236
(+11 from 1992)
0.01143
1992690
(+25 from 1991)
225
(+24 from 1991)
0.01072
1991715
(+53 from 1990)
201
(+27 from 1990)
0.00948
1990768
(-1 from 1989)
174
(+7 from 1989)
0.00809
1989767
(-92 from 1988)
167
(-28 from 1988)
0.00797
1988675
(-118 from 1987)
195
(-71 from 1987)
0.00974
1987557
(+35 from 1986)
266
(+42 from 1986)
0.01364
1986592
(-62 from 1985)
224
(-46 from 1985)
0.01166
1985530
(-13 from 1984)
270
(-3 from 1984)
0.01403
1984517
(-73 from 1983)
273
(-78 from 1983)
0.01455
1983444
(+15 from 1982)
351
(+7 from 1982)
0.01883
1982459
(+1958 from 1981)
344
(+324 from 1981)
0.01823
19812417
(+2524 from 1980)
20
(+13 from 1980)
0.00107
19804941
(-2562 from 1979)
7
(-13 from 1979)
0.00038
19792379
(+1475 from 1978)
20
(+11 from 1978)
0.00112
19783854
(-1189 from 1977)
9
(-7 from 1977)
0.00053
19772665
(+282 from 1976)
16
(+3 from 1976)
0.00094
19762947
(-310 from 1975)
13
(-2 from 1975)
0.00080
19752637
(-279 from 1974)
15
(-2 from 1974)
0.00092
19742358
(+358 from 1973)
17
(+4 from 1973)
0.00104
19732716
(-183 from 1972)
13
(-1 from 1972)
0.00081
19722533
(-166 from 1971)
14
(-2 from 1971)
0.00084
19712367
(+1153 from 1970)
16
(+8 from 1970)
0.00088
19703520
(-658 from 1969)
8
(-2 from 1969)
0.00042
19692862
(+503 from 1968)
10
(+3 from 1968)
0.00055
19683365
(+193 from 1967)
7
(+1 from 1967)
0.00039
19673558
(-1093 from 1966)
6
(-5 from 1966)
0.00034
19662465
(-384 from 1965)
11
(-4 from 1965)
0.00061
19652081
(+592 from 1963)
15
(+5 from 1963)
0.00079
19640
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19632673
(+369 from 1962)
10
(+2 from 1962)
0.00048
19623042
(-503 from 1961)
8
(-3 from 1961)
0.00038
19612539
(+496 from 1959)
11
(+3 from 1959)
0.00051
19600
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19593035
(-391 from 1958)
8
(-2 from 1958)
0.00037
19582644
(+612 from 1957)
10
(+3 from 1957)
0.00046
19573256
First SSA data recorded
7
First SSA data recorded
0.00032
19560
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19550
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19540
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19530
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19520
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19510
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19500
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19490
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19480
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19470
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19460
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19450
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19440
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19430
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19420
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19410
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19400
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19390
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19380
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19370
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19360
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19350
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19340
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19330
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19320
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19310
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19300
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19290
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19280
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19270
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19260
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19250
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19240
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19230
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19220
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19210
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19200
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19190
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19180
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19170
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19160
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19150
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19140
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19130
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19120
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19110
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19100
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19090
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19080
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19070
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19060
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19050
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19040
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19030
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19020
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19010
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19000
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18990
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18980
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18970
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18960
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18950
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18940
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18930
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18920
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18910
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18900
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18890
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18880
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18870
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18860
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18850
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18840
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18830
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18820
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18810
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18800
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000

American States Popularity Rankings for Colt

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#2322021#2802022#3152023

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#3982021#4052022#4992023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#1592021#1962022#1892023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#2852021#3592022#3702023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#1702021#2092022#2032023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#922021#1102022#1642023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#1122021#1902022#1532023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#1742021#2052022#1492023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#2342021#2352022#3152023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#1732021#2032022#2402023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#3122021#2602022#3502023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#1782021#1832022#2122023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#2632021#3602022#3682023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#1622021#1762022#2232023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#1962021#2212022#2332023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#1692021#2082022#2862023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#1792021#2122022#1772023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#1922021#2352022#2182023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#1252021#1222022#1892023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#2252021#2692022#3132023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#1302021#1382022#1562023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#1572021#1622022#1742023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#1462021#1942022#2132023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#3472021#5792022#5142023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#892021#1052022#1312023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#1722021#1622022#1602023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#1622021#1872022#2762023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#1742021#1742022#1602023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#822021#1152022#712023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#1212021#1392022#1282023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#1472021#1212022#1502023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#2592021#2102022#2842023

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#572021#572022#1182023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#2462021#2642022#3782023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#1932021#2752022#3812023

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#1112021#1122022#1252023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#5092021#5762022#8422023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#2762020#2622021#2082023

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#1912021#2062022#942023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#5722020#4842021#6222022

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#3292021#2052022#2142023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#2802021#4082022#5072023

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#2402021#2082022#1822023

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#1252019#1602020#1132022

Wyoming (WY)

Wyoming (WY) flagWyoming (WY)#532020#792021#682023

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#2482014#2242019#2462022

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#1902018#1712022#2072023

Vermont (VT)

Vermont (VT) flagVermont (VT)#1072020#1092022

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#2092019

Popularity Rankings for Colt in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#2782021#3542022#4852023

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#4961984#4642019#4772021

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#6602023

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#7992021#9442022

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Colt a Name for Boys or Girls?

Colt is typically used for boys, highlighting a robust and spirited image.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Colt

Colt in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Colt McCoy (Football Player, born 1986): An American football quarterback who has played for multiple NFL teams.
  • Colt Ford (Musician, born 1970): An American country music rapper and singer-songwriter who blends country music with hip-hop.
  • Colt Cabana (Wrestler, born 1980): An American professional wrestler and podcast host known for his independent wrestling career.
  • Colt Brennan (Football Player, 1983–2021): An American football quarterback who set numerous NCAA records while playing for the University of Hawaii.
  • Colt Prattes (Dancer, born 1986): An American dancer and actor best known for his role in the TV remake of "Dirty Dancing."
  • Colt Melby (Entrepreneur, born 1965): An American entrepreneur and business executive recognized for his contributions to the tech industry.
  • Colt Anderson (Football Player, born 1985): An American football safety and special teams player who has played for several NFL teams.
  • Colt McBee (Artist, born 1972): An American contemporary artist known for his vibrant and abstract paintings.
  • Colt Bennett ("The Ranch," 2016 TV Series): A former semi-pro football player who returns home to help run the family ranch.
  • Colt ("Half-Life," 1998 Video Game): A minor character in the popular science fiction first-person shooter game.
  • Colt Grice ("Attack on Titan," 2013 Anime Series): A soldier who is dedicated to protecting his brother and fighting for his homeland.
  • Colt Seavers ("The Fall Guy," 1981 TV Series): A Hollywood stuntman who moonlights as a bounty hunter to make ends meet.
  • Colt Raines ("Colt .45," 1950 Film Series): A U.S. Marshal who uses his Colt .45 to bring justice to the Wild West.
  • "Colt Express" (2014 Board Game): A strategic game where players take on the roles of bandits robbing a train.
  • Colt ("Days of Thunder," 1990 Film): A race car driver who competes in the NASCAR circuit.
  • Colt Bronco ("Onward," 2020 Animated Film): A centaur police officer in a suburban fantasy world.
  • Colt State Park (Bristol, Rhode Island, USA): A public park offering picturesque views of Narragansett Bay and various outdoor activities.
  • Colt Island (County Dublin, Ireland): A small, uninhabited island located off the coast of Skerries.
  • Colt Creek State Park (Polk County, Florida, USA): A state park featuring lakes, creeks, and diverse wildlife habitats.
  • Colt Stadium (Houston, Texas, USA): A former Major League Baseball stadium, once the home of the Houston Colt .45s.
  • Colt Hill (Bristol, Hampshire, England): A small hill offering panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
  • Colt Memorial (Hartford, Connecticut, USA): A monument commemorating the contributions of Samuel Colt, the famous firearms inventor.

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