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Coltrane

♂ Boy

Pronounced KOHL-trayn /ˈkoʊl.treɪn/Medium

Meaning: From the surname Coltrane (Coltran), of English/Irish origin. As a given name it usually honors jazz saxophonist John Coltrane, which we note. A musical, surname-style name.Low

In 30 seconds: A soulful surname-name: Coltrane honors jazz legend John Coltrane (said 'KOHL-trayn').
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Origin LowEnglish, Irish
MeaningFrom the surname Coltrane (Coltran), of English/Irish origin. As a given name it usually honors jazz saxophonist John Coltrane, which we note. A musical, surname-style name.
U.S. rank (2024)#12652 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2009
Total births (all-time)≈ 339

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201219972024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Coltrane is an English/Irish surname turned given name, most often chosen to honor the great jazz saxophonist John Coltrane, which we note. It carries a soulful, artistic ring and a fashionable 'Colt-' opening (said 'KOHL-trayn').

In the U.S. it appears rarely as a given name. Musical, surname-style, and cool.

Did you know? Coltrane is a surname carried into first-name use chiefly in tribute to jazz saxophonist John Coltrane — a cool, musical pick (said 'KOHL-trayn').
Overall data confidence 45%
References — Coltrane — Surname; honor-name for John Coltrane

Variations

ColtranColtTrane

Nicknames

ColtTrane

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Coltrane mean?

Coltrane is an English/Irish surname; as a first name it usually honors jazz saxophonist John Coltrane.

How do you pronounce Coltrane?

It's said KOHL-trayn /ˈkoʊl.treɪn/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Coltrane a boy or girl name?

Coltrane is a boy's name.

How popular is Coltrane?

Coltrane is a rare given name in the U.S.

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