Kol

Kol is an old variant of the name Kolr, which is particularly common in Denmark and Sweden. The name is often associated with the meanings 'the Dark', 'the Darkness', and 'the Gloom'.

What does the name Kol mean?

The meaning of Kol traces back to the old Danish and Swedish form of the name Kolr. Translated, the name means 'the Dark' and is also associated with terms like 'darkness' and 'gloom'. Its roots lie in the Old Norse word kol, which means 'coal', 'black', and 'dark'. In Hebrew, however, the name stands for 'the voice', derived from the Hebrew word kol (קול), which means 'voice' and 'sound'.

Where does the name Kol come from?

The origin of the name Kol lies in the Old Norse language area, where it has the meaning 'the Dark'. The Old Norse word kol stands for coal, black, and dark, while the Hebrew kol (קול) stands for voice and sound. Kol is used in Scandinavian languages, particularly in Danish.

How do you pronounce Kol?

Kol is pronounced like the German word 'Kohl'.

Popularity

In Germany, Kol is a rather rare first name. In 2013, it ranked 3,619th on the list of the most common male baby names. Between 2010 and 2024, Kol was used as a first name in Germany fewer than 10 times, earning it the 9,082nd place. In the last ten years, no child has been given this name.

Nicknames & pet names

Koler / Koli

Similar first names

Famous people

• Kol Mikaelson (character from The Vampire Diaries)