Colten
Boy name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Colten: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 2014.
Colten began as a Scottish surname meaning "swarthy" or "coal town," derived from the Old English *col* for coal—a name that first described people living near a coal settlement. As a given name, it emerged in America in the 20th century, partly as a variant of the more common Colton, yet it carries a distinct, rugged feel. One of the most famous bearers is Colten Moore, the American freestyle motocross rider known for his X Games gold medals and his tragic family history with his brother Caleb. While no major place bears this exact spelling, the root "Colt" echoes in places like Colton, California, and the name shares an etymological cousin with the Scottish town of Cowdenbeath, whose name also references coal. Colten remains a modern, approachable choice with a strong, earthy undertone.
Boy 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20143 babies
- Latest (2014)
- #6803 babies
- Total births
- 3since 2014
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y