Coton facts for kids

Coton is a name that can refer to different things, mostly places and people. It's interesting how many different locations, especially small villages and hamlets, share this name, mainly in the United Kingdom.

Places Named Coton

Many places around the world are called Coton. These are often small communities like villages or hamlets. A hamlet is a very small settlement, even smaller than a village, usually without its own church.

Coton in the United Kingdom

In the United Kingdom, you can find several places named Coton:

• Coton, Cambridgeshire: This is a small village and a civil parish (a local administrative area) located in the county of Cambridgeshire.
• Coton, Northamptonshire: This is a hamlet in Northamptonshire. There was also a "lost settlement" within this hamlet, meaning a community that used to exist but is no longer there.
• Coton, Shropshire: You'll find another village named Coton in Shropshire.
• Coton, Alveley, Shropshire: This is another specific location in Shropshire.
• Coton, Staffordshire: A hamlet located in the county of Staffordshire.

Coton in Poland

Beyond the UK, there is also a place named Coton in Poland:

• Cotoń: This is a village located in Poland.

Famous People Named Coton

The name Coton is also shared by several notable people who have made their mark in different fields.

A. V. Coton: The Ballet Writer

• A. V. Coton (1906–1969) was an English writer and critic. He was especially known for his work as a ballet critic, meaning he wrote reviews and articles about ballet performances and dancers. His birth name was Edward Haddakin.

Pierre Coton: Advisor to Kings

• Pierre Coton (1564–1626) was a French Jesuit priest. A Jesuit is a member of a religious order within the Catholic Church. Pierre Coton became a very important figure because he served as a confessor (a spiritual advisor) to two French kings: Henry IV and his son, Louis XIII. This meant he was a trusted advisor to powerful rulers.

Tony Coton: Football Star

• Tony Coton (born 1961) is a well-known English football (soccer) coach and former professional footballer. He played as a goalkeeper for several famous clubs during his career, including Watford, Manchester City, and Sunderland. After retiring as a player, he moved into coaching, helping other goalkeepers improve their skills.