Colten
Colten is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Cola's town, charcoal settlement, or dark town.
Origin and history
Colten is a variant spelling of Colton, derived from an Old English surname meaning 'Cola's town' or 'charcoal settlement'. It emerged as a popular given name in the United States during the late 20th century as part of a trend toward surname-derived first names. It remains a steady choice for American boys, offering a rustic yet modern sound.
Popularity in the United States
16,358 babies in the United States have been named Colten since 1880. It ranks #923 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #827.
States where it is most popular
- TX (11.1 %)
- OH (6.2 %)
- IN (5.5 %)
- MO (5 %)
- CA (4.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 558 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,736 |
| 2000-2010 | 4,934 |
| 2010-2019 | 5,528 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,597 |
Nicknames
Colt
Fun facts
- Colten is an alternative spelling of Colton, which originated as an English place name and habitational surname.
- The name gained traction in the United States in the late 1980s and 1990s along with the rise of modern surname-names.