Arthur vs Colton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arthur

Boy #105 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bear, bear-like strength"

Origin: Brythonic Celtic

Cultural Roots

English French Welsh British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#105
Total SSA Count
3,318
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Colton

Boy #98 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the coal settlement or dark town"

Origin: Old English place name

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#98
Total SSA Count
3,588
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Arthur Rank #105
Colton Rank #98

Colton is more popular, ranked #98 vs #105 for Arthur.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arthur or Colton more popular?

Colton is more popular, ranked #98 compared to Arthur at #105 in the United States.

What do Arthur and Colton mean?

Arthur means "bear, bear-like strength" (Brythonic Celtic origin). Colton means "from the coal settlement or dark town" (Old English place name origin).

Are Arthur and Colton boy or girl names?

Arthur is primarily a boy name. Colton is primarily a boy name.

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