Koltan is a male name with origins in English. It is a variation of the name Colton, which means "from the coal or dark town." The name Koltan has gained popularity in recent years in the United States, ranking as high as 5992 in 2014. The pronunciation of Koltan is consistent across both British English and American English, pronounced as KOLE-tuhn (/ˈkəʊltən/). This unique and modern name offers parents an alternative to more traditional names while still maintaining a sense of familiarity.