US Popularity:6576
Origin:British
Other Origin(s):Norse
Meaning:Coal town or settlement
Colston is a trendy and charming name with a rich history and English and Norse roots. It’s derived from the Old Norse words kol, meaning “charcoal” and steinn, meaning “stone.” Together, they describe someone from a “coal town or settlement.” Interestingly, this vintage-sounding name has never been more popular and is one of many gorgeous picks that was originally a surname. Strong and sturdy, Colston embodies a munchkin with a big personality and stubbornness to match! Plus, the short form Cole is adorable and in need of a revival.

Colston Name Popularity Data

U.S. Births

Overall:Colston is currently #6576 in U.S. births
Boy:Colston is currently #2292 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#6576
in 2023
- 604
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data

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