Carson is a moderately popular boys' name in United States, ranking #124 in 2025 with 2,883 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2018 with 5,259 births ranking #70. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 185.4%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 592 boys born was named Carson. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Carson is a surname-style name meaning "son of Carr" or belonging to the Carson family-name line. Its popularity comes mainly from its smart modern sound and easy fit with other surname names.
The name entered first-name use through surname tradition and became especially popular in the United States. It feels current without sounding invented.