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Colton vs Blake

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

Colton Rank #98
Blake Rank #265

Colton is more popular, ranked #98 vs #265 for Blake.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Colton or Blake more popular?

Colton is more popular, ranked #98 compared to Blake at #265 in the United States.

What do Colton and Blake mean?

Colton means "from the coal settlement or dark town" (Old English place name origin). Blake means "dark one, black" (Old English blaec origin).

Are Colton and Blake boy or girl names?

Colton is primarily a boy name. Blake is primarily a boy name.

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