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Carson vs Adrian

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

Carson Rank #124
Adrian Rank #72

Adrian is more popular, ranked #72 vs #124 for Carson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carson or Adrian more popular?

Adrian is more popular, ranked #72 compared to Carson at #124 in the United States.

What do Carson and Adrian mean?

Carson means "son of Carr (marsh dweller)" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Adrian means "from Hadria, of the Adriatic" (Latin origin).

Are Carson and Adrian boy or girl names?

Carson is primarily a boy name. Adrian is primarily a boy name.

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