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Colter

Boy · English · Medium name

Meaning
Colt herder, young horse keeper
Pronunciation
KOL-ter
Origin
English

From English occupational surname, related to 'colt' meaning young horse.

Popularity
Rare in United States (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

ModernVintageNature-inspired

Languages in use: English

Commonly used in: United States, United Kingdom

Alternate spellings

  • ColterEnglish

    Same spelling; no common variant.

Cultural associations

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  • John Colter

    c. 1774–1812

    American explorer and member of the Lewis and Clark Expedition.

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Behind the Name, English Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.

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