William vs Colton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

William

Boy #10 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector, strong-willed guardian"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #10
Total SSA Count: 10,596
Syllables: 3
Formality: Formal

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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

William Rank #10

Colton Rank #98

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #98 for Colton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is William or Colton more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Colton at #98 in the United States.

What do William and Colton mean?

William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin). Colton means "from the coal settlement or dark town" (Old English place name origin).

Are William and Colton boy or girl names?

William is primarily a boy name. Colton is primarily a boy name.

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