Colton vs Robert

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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Robert

Boy #90 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright fame"

Origin: Old High German (hrod + beraht)

Cultural Roots

English French German Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #90
Total SSA Count: 3,785
Syllables: 2
Formality: Formal

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Colton Rank #98

Robert Rank #90

Robert is more popular, ranked #90 vs #98 for Colton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Colton or Robert more popular?

Robert is more popular, ranked #90 compared to Colton at #98 in the United States.

What do Colton and Robert mean?

Colton means "from the coal settlement or dark town" (Old English place name origin). Robert means "bright fame" (Old High German (hrod + beraht) origin).

Are Colton and Robert boy or girl names?

Colton is primarily a boy name. Robert is primarily a boy name.

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