Carson is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #811 in 1996 with 251 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1999 with 447 births ranking #561. In 1996, approximately 1 in every 6,984 girls born was named Carson. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
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.