Colton is a boy's name of English origin meaning “Coal town; English origin meaning "settlement near coal mines".” With 2 syllables, it is short and easy to say. Common nicknames include Colt, Cole. As of 2023, Colton ranks #94 among boys' names in the United States and has been gradually declining. Its highest US ranking was #59 in 2019.
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KOHL-ton
Phonetic spelling
Currently #94 among US baby names.
* Based on US Social Security Administration birth-registration data
Colton means “Coal town; English origin meaning "settlement near coal mines".” It is a boy's name of English origin.
Colton is pronounced KOHL-ton.
Colton is most commonly used as a boy's name.
Colton currently ranks #94 among boys' names in the United States.
Popular nicknames for Colton include Colt, Cole.
Middle names that pair well with Colton include Colton James, Colton Cole, Colton Dean.
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