Colten Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Colten is an English name with roots in the Old English 'Cola', meaning swarthy or charcoal. It has evolved through historical forms and is often used in modern contexts. The name carries traits of ruggedness and has no biblical relevance. Its popularity surged in the late 20th century, and it is often seen as a trendy choice today.
The name Colten is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Colten has been falling for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, falling for male in South, falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Colten' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 721st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 483rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 671st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Colten' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Colten"
Pronunciation
/ˈkoʊltən/
Origin
English
Etymology
Colten is derived from the Old English name 'Cola', meaning 'charcoal' or 'swarthy', combined with the suffix '-ten', which is a diminutive form.
Meaning
swarthy, charcoal
Language Evolution
Cola, Colten
Historical Usage
Colten gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variation of traditional names, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Colton, Colt, Cole
Modern Popularity & Image
Colten is perceived as a contemporary and trendy name, often associated with a rugged or outdoorsy image.
Famous People
Colten Moore - American snowmobiler, Colten Hayes - American musician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Colten"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Colten"
"Colten" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 721st of 16616 | 2,989 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 483rd of 24088 | 8,439 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 671st of 23106 | 4,683 |
Regional Popularity of "Colten" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
14.44% 532nd/3685 |
35.51% 1589th/4475 |
14.02% 728th/5194 |
10.21% 645th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
7.09% 325th/4582 |
15.61% 806th/5164 |
6.96% 509th/7313 |
7.50% 560th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
12.47% 497th/3984 |
19.28% 865th/4487 |
9.66% 659th/6822 |
13.05% 819th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Colten" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Colten"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Colten" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.