Boy name guide

Cole name meaning, origin and style

Cole is a English surname name commonly associated with swarthy; charcoal.

Origin

English surname

Meaning

swarthy; charcoal

Say it

KOHL

Choosing Cole

A compact, cool-toned name that works well for families seeking an unfussy single syllable.

Popularity note

Popularity changes over time and by place. For current United States birth-name data, consult the Social Security Administration’s annual name statistics.