Carson is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #997 in 2004 with 236 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1999 with 447 births ranking #561. In 2004, approximately 1 in every 7,780 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.