Carson
girl name#1173 in 2025Carson entered the US charts in 1947, peaked at #560 in 1999, ranks #1173 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1947–2025
#1173
rank today
#560
peak (1999)
197
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #4378 |
| 1950s | #4550 |
| 1960s | #5535 |
| 1970s | #5026 |
| 1980s | #3701 |
| 1990s | #999 |
| 2000s | #1004 |
| 2010s | #1324 |
| 2020s | #1263 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Carson has been most popular in TX, NC, GA.
Living bearers
About 8,000 people named Carson are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Carson alive today was born around 2003, making them about 22 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Carson in 2025?
- Carson ranks #1173 among US girl names in 2025, with 197 babies given the name.
- When was the name Carson most popular?
- Carson peaked in 1999, reaching #560 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Carson with classmates?
- Carson will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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