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Carson vs Jesse

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
Jesse Rank #187

Carson is more popular, ranked #124 vs #187 for Jesse.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carson or Jesse more popular?

Carson is more popular, ranked #124 compared to Jesse at #187 in the United States.

What do Carson and Jesse mean?

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

Are Carson and Jesse boy or girl names?

Carson is primarily a boy name. Jesse is primarily a boy name.

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