Kolson
Son of the narrow valley or forest glen.
Name Census estimates that about 1,799 living Americans carry the first name Kolson. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Kolson today is around 6 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kolson births was 2024 (314 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kolson. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Kolson is a relatively new arrival in the SSA data. The average bearer is just 6 years old, meaning it gained most of its traction in the last two decades.
People living today
1.8K
~ 1 in 190,525 Americans
Peak year
2024
314 babies that year
Average age
6
years old
2024 SSA rank
#800
Tracked since 2002
Popularity
Kolson: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Kolson from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 1,203 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Kolson by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Kolson during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Kolsons live
The SSA's state-level files cover 31 states and territories. Texas, Ohio, Indiana recorded the most babies named Kolson, while Wisconsin, Maryland, Idaho recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 37 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Kolson
The given name Kolson is a relatively modern name that appears to have originated in the late 20th or early 21st century. Its precise roots and etymology are uncertain, but it is likely a combination of elements from various European languages and cultures.
One possible origin of Kolson is that it is derived from the Old Norse name Kolr, which means "coal" or "dark-haired." This name was popular among the Vikings and Scandinavian peoples during the Middle Ages. Over time, the name may have evolved and combined with the English suffix "-son," meaning "son of," creating the name Kolson.
Another potential source of Kolson is the German name Kolben, which means "club" or "mace." This name may have been adapted and anglicized over time, leading to the formation of Kolson. Alternatively, Kolson could be a creative fusion of the names Colin and Olson, both of which have their own distinct origins.
While there are no definitive historical records or ancient texts referencing the name Kolson specifically, its components can be traced back to various cultures and time periods. The earliest recorded examples of individuals bearing this name seem to be from the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
One notable figure with the name Kolson is Kolson Lee Yun, a South Korean professional baseball pitcher who currently plays for the Doosan Bears in the KBO League. He was born in 1995 and has been an integral part of the team's pitching rotation since his debut in 2017.
Another individual named Kolson is Kolson Moore, an American composer and musician known for his work in film and television. He has composed scores for various independent films and television shows, including the critically acclaimed series "The Affair" on Showtime.
In the literary world, Kolson Vashisht is an Indian author and screenwriter who has written several novels and scripts for Bollywood films. His works often explore themes of identity, relationships, and societal issues in contemporary India.
Kolson Basinger is an American artist and painter whose work has been exhibited in various galleries across the United States. His vibrant abstract paintings have received critical acclaim for their innovative use of color and texture.
Lastly, Kolson Petersen is a Norwegian entrepreneur and business executive who co-founded and serves as the CEO of a successful technology startup based in Oslo. His company has gained recognition for its innovative software solutions and has attracted investments from various venture capital firms.
While the name Kolson is relatively new and its precise origins remain uncertain, it has already made its mark in various fields and cultures around the world. As a unique and distinctive name, it is likely to continue gaining popularity and leaving its imprint on history.
People
Kolson + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kolson as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Kolson: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kolson?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1,799 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kolson going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 190,525 US residents.
Is Kolson a common name?
We classify Kolson as "Rare". It ranks above 93.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 1,812 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kolson most popular?
The single biggest year for Kolson was 2024, when 314 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kolson is about 6 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Kolson a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kolson in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.