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Carson vs Aidan

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
Aidan Rank #312

Carson is more popular, ranked #124 vs #312 for Aidan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carson or Aidan more popular?

Carson is more popular, ranked #124 compared to Aidan at #312 in the United States.

What do Carson and Aidan mean?

Carson means "son of Carr (marsh dweller)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Carson and Aidan boy or girl names?

Carson is primarily a boy name. Aidan is primarily a boy name.

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