Collton

English

"from the coal or dark town"

Collton Origin and Meaning

The name Collton is a boy's name.

Collton is a masculine name that represents a spelling variation of the more common Colton. The name Colton originated as an English surname derived from a place name meaning 'coal town' or 'settlement by the coal mine.' The doubled 'l' in Collton gives the name a distinctive appearance while maintaining the same pronunciation. This name rose in popularity during the late 20th century as part of the trend toward using surnames as first names. Collton conveys a rugged, American feel with associations to hard work and natural resources. While less common than the standard spelling, Collton offers parents a way to make the increasingly popular Colton feel more unique.