Coltyn is an uncommon and distinctive given name of American origin, derived from the surname Colt, which was originally an occupational name for someone who worked with horses. The name Colt has its roots in the Middle English word 'colte', meaning young horse or foal. Therefore, Coltyn could be interpreted as a variant form of Colt, possibly intended to make it sound more youthful or modern. It is often seen used as a given name, particularly among families with equine interests or those seeking unique and memorable names for their children.
The name Coltyn experienced a significant rise in popularity between the years 1989 and 2012, with a notable peak of 128 births in 2012. However, since then, there has been a steady decline, reaching a low of 32 births in 2022. Overall, from 1989 to 2023, there were a total of 1562 babies named Coltyn.