Coal
Boy nameCoal has been given to 176 babies in the U.S. since 1994. It peaked in 2016. In 2025, about 1 in 244,011 boys was named Coal.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
176
Peak year
2016 (14 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1994
10-year trend
0%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Coal — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Coal.
Sibling name ideas for Coal
Same era and popularity as Coal, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Coal?
Coal has been given to 176 babies in the U.S. since 1994. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Coal peak?
Coal peaked in 2016, when 14 babies were given the name.
Is Coal a girl or boy name?
Coal is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Coal are boys).
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