Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Colson.
National Rank (2025)
#311
All-Time Peak Rank
#311 (2025)
Total U.S. Births
9,729
Unisex Distribution100.0% Boy / 0.0% GirlBalance: Single-Gender Archetype
💡 The Colson Vibe: This choice is considered a Rising Star. A high-velocity modern choice demonstrating rapid, sustained growth in recent registries.
📖 The Story Behind Colson
According to SSA data, Colson achieved its highest historical rank of #311 in 2025. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2025 with 1,099 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 535.3%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 39 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Colson scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Rising
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+535.3% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record1,099Births in 2025
Years in Top 100
0yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
39Years
Historical VolatilityStable Profile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:0
1890s:0
1900s:0
1910s:0
1920s:5
1930s:5
1940s:0
1950s:0
1960s:0
1970s:0
1980s:29
1990s:233
2000s:951
2010s:2,522
2020s:5,984
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesCol-son
Letter Count6 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 25.7% of SSA names. Starts with C, a letter used by only 5.7% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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