Colt-herder or safe shelter
Derived from Middle English, this surname-turned-first-name likely refers to a person who looked after young horses (colts). Alternatively, it may have roots in the Gaelic word 'cΓΉil', meaning a nook or safe corner. It has a rugged, outdoorsy appeal that fits the modern trend of using occupational surnames.
Less common today
Coulter isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,126 in 2024.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
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Canadian country singer known for his deep baritone voice