Find out how popular the first name Coleridge has been for the last 1 years (from 2005 to 2005) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Coleridge by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Coleridge is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2005, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Coleridge.

The history of the first name Coleridge

Coleridge is an English given name derived from the Old English words "col" meaning coal or charcoal, and "ridge" meaning a ridge or hill. It is believed to have originated as a surname referring to someone who lived near a coal ridge or a charcoal-burning area.

The name Coleridge has been recorded in various forms throughout English history, including Colridge, Colerige, and Colredge. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name dates back to the 13th century in the Hundred Rolls of Oxfordshire, where a person named William de Colridge was mentioned.

In the 16th century, the poet and playwright Ben Jonson included a character named Coleridge in his play "The Devil is an Ass," which was first performed in 1616. This early literary reference suggests that the name was in use during that period.

One of the most famous individuals with the name Coleridge was Samuel Taylor Coleridge (1772-1834), an English poet, literary critic, and philosopher who, along with his friend William Wordsworth, was a founder of the Romantic Movement in England and a member of the Lake Poets. His works include "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner" and the philosophical treatise "Biographia Literaria."

Another notable Coleridge was Hartley Coleridge (1796-1849), the eldest son of Samuel Taylor Coleridge. He was a writer and essayist who published several volumes of poetry and prose works.

In the 20th century, the name Coleridge was borne by Coleridge Goode (1915-2015), a British bass-baritone singer and actor. He performed in numerous operas and had a successful career on stage and screen.

Coleridge Samuel Dobree (1928-2006) was a British academic and author who specialized in the study of ancient Greek literature and culture. He held positions at various universities, including the University of Cambridge and the University of Bristol.

Coleridge Kenner (1884-1952) was an American actor and director who appeared in numerous films during the early 20th century. He is best known for his work in silent films and his collaborations with directors such as D.W. Griffith.

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