Colton is a popular boys' name in United States, ranking #65 in 2014 with 6,401 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2013 with 6,488 births ranking #65. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 69.0%. In 2014, approximately 1 in every 300 boys born was named Colton. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Colton is an English surname-style name whose older roots point to a place-name meaning such as "coal town". In modern use, though, it is chosen mainly for its strong, smooth sound.
The name became a modern American favourite through the popularity of surname-style boys' names. It feels current and masculine without sounding too sharp or severe.