Barrett vs Carson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Barrett

Boy #186 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bear strength, brave as a bear"

Origin: Germanic

English American Germanic

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Boy #124 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of Carr (marsh dweller)"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

American English Scottish Irish

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Barrett Rank #186

Carson Rank #124

Carson is more popular, ranked #124 vs #186 for Barrett.

Is Barrett or Carson more popular?

Carson is more popular, ranked #124 compared to Barrett at #186 in the United States.

What do Barrett and Carson mean?

Barrett means "bear strength, brave as a bear" (Germanic origin). Carson means "son of Carr (marsh dweller)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Barrett and Carson boy or girl names?

Barrett is primarily a boy name. Carson is primarily a boy name.