Kolston
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Coal town, dark settlement
Origin: Old English
Popularity: Ranked #3621 in 2025 with 31 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Kolton. Shares the meaning 'Coal town, dark settlement.'
Similar names: kolson, kolton, kholton, kohlson, koleson, koleton, kolsten, kolstyn
Name length: 7 letters
How common is Kolston? About 1 in 107,371 babies born in 2025 were named Kolston, or roughly 0.1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Kolston
What does the name Kolston mean?
Kolston means “Coal town, dark settlement” from Old English roots.
What is the origin of the name Kolston?
Kolston has Old English origin. The traditional meaning is “Coal town, dark settlement”.
How popular is Kolston?
Kolston ranked #3583 in 2025 — given to 31 babies that year.
When was Kolston most popular?
Kolston peaked in 2022 with 35 babies registered that year.
Is Kolston a boy or girl name?
Kolston is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Kolstons in registered births are male.
Is the name Kolston rising or falling in popularity?
Kolston has risen 1416 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #4999 in 2020 to #3583 in 2025.
How long has Kolston been recorded?
Kolston appears in birth records across 18 years — from 2007 through 2025.