Colton: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A spirited boy from the coal town settlement.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #66
- Peak
- #59 in 2019
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Colton Means
Colton is a boy name of English origin. A spirited boy from the coal town settlement.
How Popular Colton Is
Colton currently ranks #66 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #59 in 2019. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Colton
- Colton broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #59 in 2019.
- Colton has shown remarkable staying power, holding steady in the top 100.
- Colton has been a top 100 name across 144+ years of American history.
- Colton is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
Names Like Colton
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Colton
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Colton.
Questions About Colton
What does Colton mean?
Colton is a boy name of English origin. A spirited boy from the coal town settlement.
How popular is Colton?
Colton currently ranks #66 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #59 in 2019. It has held steady.
Where does Colton come from?
Colton comes from English roots. Colton broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #59 in 2019.
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