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National Colton Day

Calling all Coltons! It's your special day to celebrate and show off your unique name - let's make National Colton Day one to remember.

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September 2026

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATESeptember 18

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INTRO

Introduction

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Calling all Coltons! September 18 is your special day - National Colton Day. This holiday was created to celebrate and honor all the amazing individuals with the name Colton, which means "from the coal or dark town" in Old English. Colton has been a popular name throughout history, with notable figures such as President Zachary Taylor and actor Colton Haynes bearing the name. So whether you're a Colton yourself or have a friend or family member named Colton, this is the perfect day to show some love and appreciation for them. Let's make this a day full of celebration and recognition for all the awesome Coltons out there!

TIMELINE

National Colton Day Timeline

Origin of the Name

The name Colton, meaning "from the coal or dark town" in Old English, began to gain popularity.

Birth of Actor Colton Haynes

Colton Haynes, a notable figure bearing the name, was born on July 13, 1988, later making a name for himself in Hollywood.

Name's Popularity Peaked

The name Colton peaked in popularity during the 2000s, becoming more common for boys in English speaking countries.

Colton on TV Shows

The name gained attention when actor Colton Haynes gained fame from his roles in popular TV shows like "Teen Wolf" and "Arrow".

First National Colton Day

The first National Colton Day was celebrated as a holiday for those with the name Colton.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National Colton Day

Host a Colton-themed party

Invite your friends named Colton and celebrate with a party dedicated to all things Colton! You can play games, have themed snacks and drinks, and even give out prizes for the best Colton costume.

Go on a Colton scavenger hunt

Create a list of items related to the name Colton and have a scavenger hunt around your town or city. The first person or team to find all the items wins a prize!

VOLUNTEER

Volunteer at a charity event in honor of Colton

Find a charity or cause that holds special meaning to you or someone you know named Colton and volunteer your time or donate in their honor.

CREATE

Create a Colton-inspired playlist

Gather your favorite songs with the name Colton in the title or lyrics and create a playlist to listen to on National Colton Day. You can even share it with your friends and family named Colton!

TAKE

Take a trip to a place with the name Colton

Do some research and find a town, city, or landmark with the name Colton in it and plan a trip to visit. It could be a fun and unique way to celebrate National Colton Day!

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love National Colton Day

It's a day for fun and celebration

On National Colton Day, let loose and have some fun! It's a day to celebrate yourself and your name - so go out and do something special, whether it's treating yourself to something nice or simply spending time with loved ones. Enjoy your day, Coltons!

It's a day to celebrate uniqueness

National Colton Day is a day for all those with the name to feel special and recognized. Whether you're the only Colton you know or there are many in your circle, this day celebrates the uniqueness of this name and all those who bear it.

It brings people with the same name together

National Colton Day is a great opportunity for all those with the name to come together and connect. Whether it's through social media or in person, it's a chance to bond over a shared identity and celebrate each other's uniqueness.

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