boy name
Cole
Gender
Boy
Popularity
#182 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Cole in the US, 1880–2025
Cole first appears in US records in 1886. It peaked in 2002, when 6,038 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 2,003.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Cole a boy or a girl name?
Cole is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Cole?
In 2025, Cole ranked #182 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Cole most popular?
Cole was most popular in 2002, when about 6,038 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.