Cole vs Lucas

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
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Popularity Comparison

Cole Rank #162
Lucas Rank #9

Lucas is more popular, ranked #9 vs #162 for Cole.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cole ___

  • Cole James
  • Cole Alexander
  • Cole Thomas
  • Cole Henry
  • Cole Robert
  • Cole Bennett

Lucas ___

  • Lucas James
  • Lucas Alexander
  • Lucas Thomas
  • Lucas William
  • Lucas Henry
  • Lucas Oliver

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cole

Lily Grace Jack Owen Ella

If you choose Lucas

Olivia Emma Sophia Liam Noah

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cole or Lucas more popular?

Lucas is more popular, ranked #9 compared to Cole at #162 in the United States.

What do Cole and Lucas mean?

Cole means "coal, swarthy" (Old English origin). Lucas means "from Lucania" (Latin origin).

Are Cole and Lucas boy or girl names?

Cole is primarily a boy name. Lucas is primarily a boy name.

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