Colten
boy name#965 in 2025Colten entered the US charts in 1978, peaked at #386 in 2011, ranks #965 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1978–2025
#965
rank today
#386
peak (2011)
238
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5772 |
| 1980s | #2120 |
| 1990s | #534 |
| 2000s | #517 |
| 2010s | #529 |
| 2020s | #886 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Colten has been most popular in TX, OH, CA.
Living bearers
About 16,000 people named Colten are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Colten alive today was born around 2008, making them about 17 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Colten in 2025?
- Colten ranks #965 among US boy names in 2025, with 238 babies given the name.
- When was the name Colten most popular?
- Colten peaked in 2011, reaching #386 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Colten with classmates?
- Colten will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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