Carter vs Andrew

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Carter

Boy #45 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"One who transports goods by cart; cart driver"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#45
Total SSA Count
6,267
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Carter Rank #45
Andrew Rank #68

Carter is more popular, ranked #45 vs #68 for Andrew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carter or Andrew more popular?

Carter is more popular, ranked #45 compared to Andrew at #68 in the United States.

What do Carter and Andrew mean?

Carter means "One who transports goods by cart; cart driver" (English origin). Andrew means "manly, brave" (Greek origin).

Are Carter and Andrew boy or girl names?

Carter is primarily a boy name. Andrew is primarily a boy name.

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