Coulson
English · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Coulson
Coulson is an English patronymic surname turned given name, meaning "son of Cole," derived from the Middle English personal name "Cole," which itself likely originates from the Old English "Cola" (meaning "coal" or "dark-complexioned").
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Etymology
Coulson is an English patronymic surname turned given name, meaning "son of Cole," derived from the Middle English personal name "Cole," which itself likely originates from the Old English "Cola" (meaning "coal" or "dark-complexioned"). It is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in the United Kingdom and United States, with no specific religious association; notable historical context includes its use as a surname in medieval England and its modern popularity as a first name partly due to the Marvel character Agent Phil Coulson.
Coulson currently ranks #5,248 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2015.
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