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Carson vs Greyson

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
Greyson Rank #127

Carson is more popular, ranked #124 vs #127 for Greyson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carson or Greyson more popular?

Carson is more popular, ranked #124 compared to Greyson at #127 in the United States.

What do Carson and Greyson mean?

Carson means "son of Carr (marsh dweller)" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Greyson means "son of the grey-haired one" (English origin).

Are Carson and Greyson boy or girl names?

Carson is primarily a boy name. Greyson is primarily a boy name.

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