Find out how popular the first name Kolt has been for the last 42 years (from 1982 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Kolt by gender

Based on the last 42 years of data, Kolt is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 136 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Kolt.

The history of the first name Kolt

The name Kolt is a modern variant of the Old Norse name Koltr, which originated in Scandinavia during the Viking Age. It is derived from the Old Norse word "koltr," meaning "strip of land" or "clod of earth." The name likely referred to someone who lived or worked on a particular piece of land.

In ancient Norse mythology, there are no direct references to the name Kolt or its variants. However, the name may have been associated with the Norse god Freyr, who was revered as the god of fertility, prosperity, and the earth.

The earliest recorded use of the name Kolt dates back to the 11th century in Iceland. One of the earliest known individuals with this name was Kolt Þorvaldsson, an Icelandic chieftain who lived in the late 11th century.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals with the name Kolt or its variations:

1. Kolt Eriksson (c. 1220-1285), a Swedish nobleman and military commander during the Swedish-Novgorodian Wars.
2. Kolt Magnusson (c. 1340-1412), a Norwegian explorer and navigator who is believed to have explored parts of Greenland and the Arctic region.
3. Kolt Björnsson (c. 1480-1542), a Danish-Norwegian farmer and landowner who played a significant role in the Danish Reformation.
4. Kolt Haraldsson (c. 1550-1620), a Swedish merchant and trader who established trade routes between Sweden and the Hanseatic League cities.
5. Kolt Eriksen (1852-1932), a Norwegian-American farmer and politician who served as a state representative in Minnesota.

While the name Kolt fell out of common usage in Scandinavia after the medieval period, it has experienced a resurgence in recent years as a modern variant of the Old Norse name. Its connection to the Viking heritage and the earth has made it a popular choice for parents seeking a unique and meaningful name.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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