Carson: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A child who lives near the marshland waters.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #84
- Peak
- #70 in 2018
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Carson Means
Carson is a boy name of English origin. A child who lives near the marshland waters.
How Popular Carson Is
Carson currently ranks #84 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #70 in 2018. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Carson
- Carson broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #70 in 2018.
- Carson has shown remarkable staying power, holding steady in the top 100.
- Carson has been a top 100 name across 170+ years of American history.
- Carson is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
Names Like Carson
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Carson
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Carson.
Questions About Carson
What does Carson mean?
Carson is a boy name of English origin. A child who lives near the marshland waters.
How popular is Carson?
Carson currently ranks #84 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #70 in 2018. It has held steady.
Where does Carson come from?
Carson comes from English roots. Carson broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #70 in 2018.
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