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Carson vs Bentley

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
Bentley Rank #201

Carson is more popular, ranked #124 vs #201 for Bentley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carson or Bentley more popular?

Carson is more popular, ranked #124 compared to Bentley at #201 in the United States.

What do Carson and Bentley mean?

Carson means "son of Carr (marsh dweller)" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Bentley means "clearing of coarse grass" (Old English origin).

Are Carson and Bentley boy or girl names?

Carson is primarily a boy name. Bentley is primarily a boy name.

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