Charcoal town or Swarthy person's settlement
A modern elaboration of the English surname Colton. It likely derives from the Old English 'col' meaning charcoal or the personal name Cola, combined with 'tun' meaning town or settlement.
About 9 boys were named Coleton in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Professional Canadian football player
The same feel as Coleton — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
