Colton
Colton Meaning and Origin
The name Colton is a boy’s name meaning “dark settlement” and is of Scottish and English origin. It is believed to be derived from the Old English words “col,” meaning “charcoal,” and “tun,” meaning “settlement” or “town.” Therefore, Colton can be interpreted to mean “charcoal settlement” or “town of charcoal.” Variations of the name Colton include Colten and Kolton. Colton gained popularity as a given name in the late 20th century and has remained fairly popular since then. It is often associated with a sense of strength, ruggedness, and masculinity. It has particularly gained popularity in the United States, where it is relatively common.
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