Colton vs Tyler

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

Tyler

Boy #191 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"tile maker, brick layer"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#191
Total SSA Count
1,908
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Colton Rank #98
Tyler Rank #191

Colton is more popular, ranked #98 vs #191 for Tyler.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Colton or Tyler more popular?

Colton is more popular, ranked #98 compared to Tyler at #191 in the United States.

What do Colton and Tyler mean?

Colton means "from the coal settlement or dark town" (Old English place name origin). Tyler means "tile maker, brick layer" (Old English origin).

Are Colton and Tyler boy or girl names?

Colton is primarily a boy name. Tyler is primarily a boy name.

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