Colonel
Meaning of Colonel
Colonel is a strong and distinctive name with a rich history. It is of English origin and is pronounced as KER-nuhl (/ˈkɝː.nəl/). The name is associated with leadership, authority, and tradition due to its military connotations. In the United States, it has been used as a given name for baby boys, particularly in the state of Alabama. Its usage peaked in the early 20th century, as seen in the data for newborns in Alabama between 1919 and 1921. While less common today, Colonel remains a unique choice for parents seeking a name with a sense of strength and history.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as KER-nuhl (/ˈkɝː.nəl/)
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Notable People Named Colonel
| Colonel Tom Parker - Thomas Andrew Parker, also known as Colonel Parker, was a renowned musical entrepreneur and the famous manager of Elvis Presley. |
| Colonel Sanders - Colonel Harland David Sanders was the founder of Kentucky Fried Chicken and a prominent figure in the fast food industry. |
| Titus Cornelius, also known as Colonel Tye, was a formidable Black Loyalist leader during the American Revolutionary War, known for his bravery and fighting skills. |
| Colonel Amirouche, also known as Amirouche Aït Hamouda, was a prominent Algerian military leader and national hero during the Algerian War. |
| Charles Pinckney, also known as Colonel Charles Pinckney, was a prominent South Carolina lawyer and planter based in Charleston, South Carolina, known for his role in the Charles Towne Militia and his plantation, Snee Farm. |
| Colonel Robert Morris, also known as "The Man with the Golden Pen," was a renowned American musician, drummer, singer, and songwriter. |
| Colonel James Walker (1846-1936) was an influential pioneer and military officer who played a key role in the founding of Calgary, Alberta. |
| Colonel Simon Perkins - "Colonel" Simon Perkins (1805–1887) was an American businessman, farmer, state senator, and entrepreneur, known for his contributions to the development of Akron, Ohio. |
| Jason Bradford Lamb, also known as Colonel Ned Stark, is a retired United States Air Force colonel and master intelligence officer who gained prominence for his critical writing on the U.S. Air Force's commissioned officer promotion system. |
| Colonel John is an American Thoroughbred racehorse known for winning the 2008 Santa Anita Derby and Travers Stakes. |
