Son of Cole or son of Nicholas
An English patronymic surname meaning 'son of Cole'. Cole itself is a medieval diminutive of Nicholas, which originates from the Greek name Nikolaos, meaning 'victory of the people'.
Less common today
Coulson isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,589 in 2015.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A high-ranking S.H.I.E.L.D. agent and leader · Marvel Cinematic Universe
Canadian soldier and Victoria Cross recipient
