Name Profile
Carson
“Son of marsh-dwellers” — Scottish
BoyScottish2 syllablesCurrent rank #123 (2024)
About Carson
Embodying a rugged yet refined spirit, the Scottish name Carson means son of marsh-dwellers. This strong, evocative boy's name captures a sense of outdoorsy adventure while maintaining a sleek, modern edge.
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginScottish
Syllables2
Nicknames for Carson
CarsCarsyCarCarieCary
Popularity in the U.S.
Carson ranks #123 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 2,890 births..
Carson popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Carson had 2,890 births in 2024.
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| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 4,750 | #89 |
| 2016 | 4,922 | #81 |
| 2017 | 4,752 | #83 |
| 2018 | 5,244 | #70 |
| 2019 | 4,505 | #82 |
| 2020 | 4,165 | #84 |
| 2021 | 3,769 | #97 |
| 2022 | 3,407 | #110 |
| 2023 | 3,209 | #112 |
| 2024 | 2,890 | #123 |
Middle Name Ideas
- Carson James
- Carson Alexander
- Carson Reid
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Carson mean?
Carson is commonly linked to the meaning Son of marsh-dwellers and is associated with Scottish roots.
Is Carson a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Carson ranks #123 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 2,890 births..
What are common nicknames for Carson?
Popular nicknames include Cars, Carsy, Car, Carie, Cary.