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Elih

Derived from the Old English 'Colton' meaning 'coal town' or a modern variation of the Scandinavian 'Olsen' meaning 'son of Ole.' This name suggests a person who is grounded, industrious, and possesses a warm, community-oriented spirit.

Key Stats

Total births138
GenderMale (10% / 90%)
Peak year2017
Peak generationGen A
First recorded2013
Most recent2017
Syllables2
OriginEnglish, Dutch
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

CA — 100%AK — 0%PA — 0%ND — 0%NE — 0%

Notable People

Colson Whitehead (Pulitzer Prize-winning Author, The Underground Railroad) · Colson Baker (Musician and Actor, Machine Gun Kelly) · Kolsen Kovar (Professional Lacrosse Player, Chrome LC) · Jeff Kolsen (Voice Actor, Various Commercials) · Christian Colson (Academy Award-winning Producer, Slumdog Millionaire)

Nicknames & Diminutives

KolKoleySenny

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