Colt-herder or young horse
Derived from an English occupational surname, it originally identified someone who looked after colts or young horses. It has transitioned from a rugged surname to a popular first name, particularly in the American West. The name evokes a sense of the frontier and natural strength.
About 2,354 boys were named Colter in 2025.
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The same feel as Colter — far less common.
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US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
