Colston Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Colston originates from Old English, meaning 'charcoal town'. It evolved from the personal name Cola and has seen various historical forms. The name is associated with traits of strength and resilience. There is no direct biblical relevance. Its historical usage has been influenced by notable figures, and its modern perception is complex due to associations with social issues.
The name Colston is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Colston has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Colston' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11936th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3425th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2336th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Colston' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Colston"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɒl.stən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Colston is derived from the Old English personal name 'Cola', meaning 'charcoal' or 'black', combined with the suffix 'ton', which means 'town' or 'settlement'.
Meaning
charcoal town
Language Evolution
Cola, Colston, Colestun, Colestun
Historical Usage
Colston gained popularity as a surname in medieval England, particularly in the West Midlands and surrounding areas, and has been used as a given name since the 19th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Colstone, Colstun, Colstonia
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Colston has a historical association, particularly linked to figures such as Edward Colston, which has led to mixed perceptions in contemporary society, often discussed in relation to social justice and historical reevaluation.
Famous People
Edward Colston, Colston Whitehead
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Colston"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Colston"
"Colston" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 11936th of 16616 | 19 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3425th of 24088 | 451 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2336th of 23106 | 697 |
Regional Popularity of "Colston" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
49.15% 2252nd/4582 |
- |
31.51% 2304th/7313 |
62.48% 4663rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
58.13% 2316th/3984 |
69.69% 3127th/4487 |
26.21% 1788th/6822 |
71.13% 4464th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Colston" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Colston"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Colston" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.