Cotter
Boy nameCotter has been given to 51 babies in the U.S. since 1990. It peaked in 1992.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
51
Peak year
1992 (7 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1990
10-year trend
▼ -100%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Cotter — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Cotter.
Sibling name ideas for Cotter
Same era and popularity as Cotter, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Cotter?
Cotter has been given to 51 babies in the U.S. since 1990. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Cotter peak?
Cotter peaked in 1992, when 7 babies were given the name.
Is Cotter a girl or boy name?
Cotter is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Cotter are boys).
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