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Cason vs Howard

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cason

Boy #859 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of the marsh dwellers"

Origin: English/Scottish (via Carson)

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#859
Total SSA Count
283
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cason Rank #859
Howard Rank #1,056

Cason is more popular, ranked #859 vs #1056 for Howard.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cason or Howard more popular?

Cason is more popular, ranked #859 compared to Howard at #1056 in the United States.

What do Cason and Howard mean?

Cason means "son of the marsh dwellers" (English/Scottish (via Carson) origin). Howard means "high guardian, high watchman" (Old Norse origin).

Are Cason and Howard boy or girl names?

Cason is primarily a boy name. Howard is primarily a boy name.

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