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Colton vs Mark

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
Mark Rank #246

Colton is more popular, ranked #98 vs #246 for Mark.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Colton or Mark more popular?

Colton is more popular, ranked #98 compared to Mark at #246 in the United States.

What do Colton and Mark mean?

Colton means "from the coal settlement or dark town" (Old English place name origin). Mark means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin).

Are Colton and Mark boy or girl names?

Colton is primarily a boy name. Mark is primarily a boy name.

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