Colston

English

"from the coal or dark town"

Colston Origin and Meaning

The name Colston is a boy's name.

Colston is a masculine name of English origin derived from the Old English elements 'col' (coal or charcoal) and 'tun' (settlement or town), meaning 'coal town' or 'from the coal settlement.' This surname-turned-first-name has historically been associated with various locations in England. The name has a strong, distinguished sound with its two syllables and hard consonants. While never extremely common as a first name, Colston has seen occasional use, particularly in communities with English heritage. The name carries a certain refinement and traditional masculinity. In recent years, the name has become controversial in the UK due to its association with Edward Colston, a 17th-century slave trader, leading some to reconsider its use.

Famous People Named Colston

• Colston Julian Indian fashion photographer
• Colston Richard Westbrook American literacy educator
• Colston Estey Warne American economist
• Colston Galloway (b. 2005) son of soldier, amputee and TV personality Noah Galloway