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Ashton vs Carson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Carson

Boy #124 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Carr (marsh dweller)"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American English Scottish Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#124
Total SSA Count
2,890
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ashton Rank #188
Carson Rank #124

Carson is more popular, ranked #124 vs #188 for Ashton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ashton or Carson more popular?

Carson is more popular, ranked #124 compared to Ashton at #188 in the United States.

What do Ashton and Carson mean?

Ashton means "ash tree town" (Old English origin). Carson means "son of Carr (marsh dweller)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Ashton and Carson boy or girl names?

Ashton is primarily a boy name. Carson is primarily a boy name.

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