Kolten
How to say it: KOHL-tun · /ˈkoʊltən/
Phonetic variant of Colton, from Old English place name meaning 'coal town' or 'dark settlement'.
Kolten was the 88th most popular boys’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 153 babies (Social Security Administration). Its busiest decade was the 2010s, its births are down about 46% in ten years, and it is projected to slip to #129 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among boys’ names, 2025 | #88 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 | 153 |
| Share of births | 1 in 766 |
| Peak decade | 2010s |
| Change over 10 years | −46% |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #129 |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
Among the newest spellings on the chart, Kolten peaked in the 2010s. Staying near that mark for now, it is set to ease downward.
What goes with it
Sharp consonants give Kolten a sturdy ring. Easton and Carson echo that same energy.
Nicknames
- Kolt
- Kol
Honouring a Kolten in the family
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Kolten is about 1 in 32.
Around the world
This spelling is used in English.
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