Cole vs Avery

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cole

Boy #162 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"coal, swarthy"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #259 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"ruler of the elves"

Origin: Anglo-Saxon/Norman

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Cole Rank #162

Avery Rank #259

Cole is more popular, ranked #162 vs #259 for Avery.

Is Cole or Avery more popular?

Cole is more popular, ranked #162 compared to Avery at #259 in the United States.

What do Cole and Avery mean?

Cole means "coal, swarthy" (Old English origin). Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin).

Are Cole and Avery boy or girl names?

Cole is primarily a boy name. Avery is primarily a boy name.