Barrett vs Colton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Barrett

Boy #186 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bear strength, brave as a bear"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American Germanic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#186
Total SSA Count
1,984
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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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

Barrett Rank #186
Colton Rank #98

Colton is more popular, ranked #98 vs #186 for Barrett.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Barrett or Colton more popular?

Colton is more popular, ranked #98 compared to Barrett at #186 in the United States.

What do Barrett and Colton mean?

Barrett means "bear strength, brave as a bear" (Germanic origin). Colton means "from the coal settlement or dark town" (Old English place name origin).

Are Barrett and Colton boy or girl names?

Barrett is primarily a boy name. Colton is primarily a boy name.

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