Carlson
boy name#12008 in 2025Carlson entered the US charts in 1920, peaked at #2277 in 1943, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1920–2025
#12008
rank today
#2277
peak (1943)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3563 |
| 1930s | #2701 |
| 1940s | #2785 |
| 1950s | #3121 |
| 1960s | #3330 |
| 1970s | #4009 |
| 1980s | #5651 |
| 1990s | #6105 |
| 2000s | #6473 |
| 2010s | #6503 |
| 2020s | #8108 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Carlson has been most popular in NY.
Living bearers
About 600 people named Carlson are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Carlson alive today was born around 1991, making them about 34 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Carlson in 2025?
- Carlson ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Carlson most popular?
- Carlson peaked in 1943, reaching #2277 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Carlson with classmates?
- Carlson will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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