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Kolton
BoyEnglish, Old English· “from Cola's settlement”
- Meaning
- from Cola's settlement
- Origin
- English, Old English
- Pronunciation
- KOHL-tuhn
- Syllables
- 2
- US rank 2025
- #594
- US babies 2025
- 489
- Best rank
- #379 (2012)
- Peak year
- 2012
Meaning and origin of Kolton
Kolton is an English and Old English name that is usually said to mean “from Cola's settlement”.
Kolton is a modern spelling of Colton, an English surname taken from place names. The Old English original is usually explained as the town or settlement of Cola, an early personal name. The K spelling gives the name a sharper, more modern look while keeping its familiar sound. It rose in popularity in the United States alongside other two-syllable surname names like Easton and Paxton. Kolton feels energetic and down-to-earth. Kole and Colt are easy nicknames, and it pairs well with short, classic middle names such as James or Lee.
Other spellings with the same sound: Colton.
Popularity over time
Kolton first appears in US Social Security records in 1982. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 35 different years, starting in 1991. Its best national rank was #379 in 2012, the same year it reached its highest count of 796 babies. In 2025, 489 babies were named Kolton, and it ranked #594 nationally. That is 35% fewer than ten years earlier, so it is becoming less common.
Its national rank moved from #611 in 2000, #414 in 2010, and #594 in 2025. Of the 17,169 US boys named Kolton since records began, 42% were born in the 2010s, its biggest decade. The 2000s come next, with 4,003 babies.
Other boys' names that peaked around the same time include Landyn, Dexter, Kellan, Ryland, and Kamden.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Kolton ranked highest in Kentucky, Maine, and West Virginia.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | #176 | 32 |
| Maine | #192 | 7 |
| West Virginia | #217 | 9 |
| Hawaii | #240 | 5 |
| Mississippi | #274 | 12 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for boys.
Kolton is usually pronounced KOHL-tuhn, with two syllables. It has six letters, starts with K and ends in “-on”. Names that sound the same but are spelled differently include Colton.
Middle names for Kolton
A few middle names that flow with Kolton: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Kolton
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kolton mean?
Kolton is an English and Old English name that is usually said to mean “from Cola's settlement”.
What is the origin of the name Kolton?
Kolton has English and Old English roots. Kolton is a modern spelling of Colton, an English surname taken from place names.
Is Kolton a popular name?
Yes. Kolton ranked #594 in the US in 2025, which makes it in the top 1,000.
Is Kolton a boy or girl name?
Kolton is mainly a boy's name. In the US it is used almost only for boys.
How do you pronounce Kolton?
Kolton is usually pronounced KOHL-tuhn. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings