Austin vs Cole

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cole

Boy #162 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"coal, swarthy"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#162
Total SSA Count
2,219
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Austin Rank #107
Cole Rank #162

Austin is more popular, ranked #107 vs #162 for Cole.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Austin or Cole more popular?

Austin is more popular, ranked #107 compared to Cole at #162 in the United States.

What do Austin and Cole mean?

Austin means "venerable" (Latin origin). Cole means "coal, swarthy" (Old English origin).

Are Austin and Cole boy or girl names?

Austin is primarily a boy name. Cole is primarily a boy name.

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