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Colten vs Jerry

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jerry

Boy #868 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God will uplift (from Jeremy/Jeremiah)"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#868
Total SSA Count
277
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Colten Rank #899
Jerry Rank #868

Jerry is more popular, ranked #868 vs #899 for Colten.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Colten or Jerry more popular?

Jerry is more popular, ranked #868 compared to Colten at #899 in the United States.

What do Colten and Jerry mean?

Colten means "dark settlement" (Old English origin). Jerry means "God will uplift (from Jeremy/Jeremiah)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Colten and Jerry boy or girl names?

Colten is primarily a boy name. Jerry is primarily a boy name.

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