"hillside, slope"
Origin: French
Language: French
Cote
Pronunciation: [ k-OHT ]
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French hillside — short, crisp, quietly distinguished
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"coast, side"
Origin: Latin costa via French
Language: French
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The Story of Cote
Cote comes from the French word cote meaning hillside, slope, or coast, related to the Latin costa meaning rib or side. In French geography it appears in famous place names like the Cote d'Azur (the Azure Coast) and Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast). As a given name it carries the clean, geographical elegance of French landscape vocabulary, the kind of short, crisp name with deep natural roots.
Cote is a rare given name, though it has had some visibility through the actress Cote de Pablo. It appeals to parents who want a short, French-flavored name with an unexpected nature connection and a quietly confident sound.
French geographical names have long carried cultural prestige — the Cote d'Azur became synonymous with glamour and the Mediterranean good life. Cote as a name brings that French coastal elegance into a single syllable.
Historical Record
Cote first appeared in US Social Security records in 1987.
Over 163 babies have been named Cote in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cote is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,101 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The Cote d'Azur was named in 1887 by French writer Stephane Liegeard, and the name transformed the perception of the French Riviera
- Cote de Pablo is the Chilean-American actress best known for playing Ziva David on NCIS, bringing this rare name into public awareness
Cote in Other Languages
French
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Costa
Spanish
Costa
Popularity Over Time
#28,101
Current Rank
Rare
Trend
Hidden Gem
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Cote
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Cote de Pablo
Actor
1979
Chilean-American actress and singer best known for playing Ziva David on the TV series NCIS
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #28,101
- Total SSA Count
- 5
- Cultural Origins
- French American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cote
What does the name Cote mean?
"hillside, slope" (from French). "coast, side" (from Latin costa via French). Cote comes from the French word cote meaning hillside, slope, or coast, related to the Latin costa meaning rib or side. In French geography it appears in famous place names like the Cote d'Azur (the Azure Coast) and Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast). As a given name it carries the clean, geographical elegance of French landscape vocabulary, the kind of short, crisp name with deep natural roots.
What is the origin of the name Cote?
Cote has French, Latin costa via French, American, and English origins. In French, it means "hillside, slope". In Latin costa via French, it means "coast, side".
Is Cote a boy or girl name?
Cote is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Cote?
Cote is pronounced k-OHT.
How popular is the name Cote?
Cote is currently ranked #28101 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Cote?
Popular middle name pairings include Cote James, Cote William, Cote Henry, Cote Alexander, and Cote Michael.
What are good sibling names for Cote?
Names that pair well with Cote as siblings include Blaise, Luc, Remy, Soleil, and Fleur.
How many syllables does Cote have?
Cote has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Cote a common or rare name?
Cote is an uncommon name, ranked #28101 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Cote
Cote is a boy name with French, American, and English origins . The name means "hillside, slope" in French .
Cote is currently ranked #28,101 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Cote has 1 syllable and is pronounced k-OHT, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
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