US Popularity:635
Origin:Scottish
Meaning:son of the marsh-dwellers
Having ranked 80th in the top 100 names chosen by parents in 2010, this attractive name is the perfect choice for your little one. This alternate version of Carson, a Scottish last name, exudes sturdiness and reliability with a hint of the Wild West (shout-out to Kit Carson, the legendary explorer). This name is a gorgeous gender-neutral choice with a lot of history to back it up.
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Common Nicknames for Karson

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How Popular Is The Name Karson?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Karson is currently #2530 on The Bump
Boy:Karson is currently #1424 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Karson is currently #1731 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Karson is currently #635 in U.S. births
Boy:Karson is currently #337 in U.S. births
Girl:Karson is currently #3283 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#3283
in 2023
- 342
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data

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