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Colton vs Jesse

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
Jesse Rank #187

Colton is more popular, ranked #98 vs #187 for Jesse.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Colton or Jesse more popular?

Colton is more popular, ranked #98 compared to Jesse at #187 in the United States.

What do Colton and Jesse mean?

Colton means "from the coal settlement or dark town" (Old English place name origin). Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin).

Are Colton and Jesse boy or girl names?

Colton is primarily a boy name. Jesse is primarily a boy name.

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