Find out how popular the first name Coulten has been for the last 1 years (from 2000 to 2000) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Coulten by gender

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

For the most recent data in 2000, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Coulten.

The history of the first name Coulten

The given name Coulten has its origins in the English language, emerging in the late 16th century. It is derived from the Old English words "col" meaning coal or charcoal, and "tun" meaning a town or settlement. The name's literal meaning is "the one from the coal town."

Coulten was a relatively uncommon name in its early days, primarily found in rural areas of England where coal mining was a prominent industry. The earliest recorded instance of the name dates back to 1597, when a Coulten Smythe was mentioned in a parish record from Yorkshire.

In the 17th century, the name gained some prominence with the rise of the Coulten family, a wealthy coal merchant clan based in Northumberland. One notable member was Sir Coulten Coulten (1620-1687), a successful entrepreneur who invested heavily in the mining and transportation of coal.

The 18th century saw the name spread beyond its English roots, with a few bearers emerging in the American colonies. One such individual was Coulten Browne (1738-1812), a soldier who fought in the Revolutionary War and later became a prominent landowner in Virginia.

As industrialization took hold in the 19th century, the name Coulten experienced a modest resurgence, particularly in areas with thriving coal industries. A notable figure from this period was Coulten Peabody (1815-1891), an American industrialist who made his fortune in the coal and steel business.

Moving into the 20th century, the name remained relatively uncommon, but a few notable individuals bore it. One was Coulten Hutchinson (1901-1976), a British explorer and writer who chronicled his adventures in the Arctic and Antarctic regions.

Another was Coulten Wilbur (1919-2003), an American author and journalist who wrote extensively about the civil rights movement and won numerous awards for his work.

In more recent times, the name has maintained its rarity, but a few individuals have carried it forward. One is Coulten Moore (born 1966), a Canadian actor and director known for his work in television and film.

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