Harrison vs Colton

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

Popularity Comparison

Harrison Rank #121
Colton Rank #98

Colton is more popular, ranked #98 vs #121 for Harrison.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harrison or Colton more popular?

Colton is more popular, ranked #98 compared to Harrison at #121 in the United States.

What do Harrison and Colton mean?

Harrison means "son of Harry (Henry)" (English origin). Colton means "from the coal settlement or dark town" (Old English place name origin).

Are Harrison and Colton boy or girl names?

Harrison is primarily a boy name. Colton is primarily a boy name.

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