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Calvin 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

Calvin Rank #140
Colton Rank #98

Colton is more popular, ranked #98 vs #140 for Calvin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Calvin or Colton more popular?

Colton is more popular, ranked #98 compared to Calvin at #140 in the United States.

What do Calvin and Colton mean?

Calvin means "bald, hairless" (Latin origin). Colton means "from the coal settlement or dark town" (Old English place name origin).

Are Calvin and Colton boy or girl names?

Calvin is primarily a boy name. Colton is primarily a boy name.

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