Colton vs Mason

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

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Mason

Boy #42 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Stone worker; one who builds with stone"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #42
Total SSA Count: 6,471
Syllables: 2
Formality: Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Colton Rank #98

Mason Rank #42

Mason is more popular, ranked #42 vs #98 for Colton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Colton or Mason more popular?

Mason is more popular, ranked #42 compared to Colton at #98 in the United States.

What do Colton and Mason mean?

Colton means "from the coal settlement or dark town" (Old English place name origin). Mason means "Stone worker; one who builds with stone" (English origin).

Are Colton and Mason boy or girl names?

Colton is primarily a boy name. Mason is primarily a boy name.

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