Colton Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKOL-ton / /ˈkoʊltən/English; Old English
Meaning
From the coal town; town of the dark-haired one
Historical & Cultural Background
Colton is derived from Old English elements, where 'col' means coal and 'tun' means town or settlement. It has been used as a surname before becoming popular as a given name. The name has gained popularity in the United States since the late 20th century.
Trend Summary
Colton has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States, particularly in the 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Colten
- Colt
International Variants
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Famous people named Colton
Colton Haynes is an American actor known for his roles in television series such as 'Arrow' and 'Teen Wolf'.
Colton Underwood is a former professional football player and television personality, recognized for his appearance on 'The Bachelor'.
Fictional characters named Colton
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Colton was first seen in the United States in 1913. Colton has ranked as high as #95 nationally, which occurred in 2013, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Ohio, Florida, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Colton has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Colton (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 247 | |
| TX | 224 | |
| FL | 201 | |
| OH | 179 | |
| NC | 175 | |
| PA | 162 | |
| MI | 150 | |
| NY | 146 | |
| GA | 138 | |
| TN | 130 | |
| VA | 114 | |
| IN | 109 | |
| KY | 107 | |
| MD | 93 | |
| AL | 89 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1920 | 8 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1939 | 9 |
| 1940 | 7 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1947 | 6 |
| 1950 | 11 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1956 | 8 |
| 1957 | 9 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1961 | 16 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1964 | 11 |
| 1965 | 14 |
| 1966 | 18 |
| 1967 | 12 |
| 1968 | 16 |
| 1969 | 16 |
| 1970 | 18 |
| 1971 | 17 |
| 1972 | 23 |
| 1973 | 25 |
| 1974 | 27 |
| 1975 | 34 |
| 1976 | 31 |
| 1977 | 30 |
| 1978 | 26 |
| 1979 | 33 |
| 1980 | 34 |
| 1981 | 49 |
| 1982 | 122 |
| 1983 | 118 |
| 1984 | 130 |
| 1985 | 173 |
| 1986 | 236 |
| 1987 | 324 |
| 1988 | 880 |
| 1989 | 1,925 |
| 1990 | 2,235 |
| 1991 | 2,246 |
| 1992 | 2,548 |
| 1993 | 2,750 |
| 1994 | 2,857 |
| 1995 | 3,587 |
| 1996 | 3,788 |
| 1997 | 3,600 |
| 1998 | 3,573 |
| 1999 | 3,288 |
| 2000 | 3,410 |
| 2001 | 3,246 |
| 2002 | 3,047 |
| 2003 | 2,953 |
| 2004 | 2,955 |
| 2005 | 2,657 |
| 2006 | 3,003 |
| 2007 | 3,657 |
| 2008 | 4,550 |
| 2009 | 4,771 |
| 2010 | 5,320 |
| 2011 | 5,601 |
| 2012 | 6,362 |
| 2013 | 6,488 |
| 2014 | 6,401 |
| 2015 | 6,314 |
| 2016 | 5,623 |
| 2017 | 5,294 |
| 2018 | 5,314 |
| 2019 | 5,738 |
| 2020 | 5,022 |
| 2021 | 4,562 |
| 2022 | 3,925 |
| 2023 | 3,705 |
| 2024 | 3,588 |