Austin vs Colton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Austin Rank #107
Colton Rank #98

Colton is more popular, ranked #98 vs #107 for Austin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Austin or Colton more popular?

Colton is more popular, ranked #98 compared to Austin at #107 in the United States.

What do Austin and Colton mean?

Austin means "venerable" (Latin origin). Colton means "from the coal settlement or dark town" (Old English place name origin).

Are Austin and Colton boy or girl names?

Austin is primarily a boy name. Colton is primarily a boy name.

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