Colten vs Harold

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harold

Boy #991 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"army ruler, power of the army"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#991
Total SSA Count
227
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Colten Rank #899
Harold Rank #991

Colten is more popular, ranked #899 vs #991 for Harold.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Colten or Harold more popular?

Colten is more popular, ranked #899 compared to Harold at #991 in the United States.

What do Colten and Harold mean?

Colten means "dark settlement" (Old English origin). Harold means "army ruler, power of the army" (Old English origin).

Are Colten and Harold boy or girl names?

Colten is primarily a boy name. Harold is primarily a boy name.

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