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Carson vs Jayden

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
Jayden Rank #59

Jayden is more popular, ranked #59 vs #124 for Carson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carson or Jayden more popular?

Jayden is more popular, ranked #59 compared to Carson at #124 in the United States.

What do Carson and Jayden mean?

Carson means "son of Carr (marsh dweller)" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Jayden means "God has heard" (Hebrew origin).

Are Carson and Jayden boy or girl names?

Carson is primarily a boy name. Jayden is primarily a boy name.

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