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Name Origin

Colton is an English surname of locational origin, derived from a place name meaning 'coal town' or 'settlement by the coal mines'. As a given name, it gained popularity in the late 20th century.

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Famous People

Colton Underwood (1992-)

Former professional football player, reality television personality

  • Appeared on seasons 14 and 23 of The Bachelorette
  • Starred in season 23 of The Bachelor

Colton Haynes (1988-)

Actor

  • Known for his role as Jackson Montgomery on Teen Wolf
  • Appeared in Arrow and The Grinder

Colton Dixon (1991-)

Singer, songwriter

  • Finished seventh on the eleventh season of American Idol
  • Released multiple successful Christian rock albums

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