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Carson vs Maddox

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
Maddox Rank #215

Carson is more popular, ranked #124 vs #215 for Maddox.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carson or Maddox more popular?

Carson is more popular, ranked #124 compared to Maddox at #215 in the United States.

What do Carson and Maddox mean?

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

Are Carson and Maddox boy or girl names?

Carson is primarily a boy name. Maddox is primarily a boy name.

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