Clayton vs Carson

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

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Popularity Comparison

Clayton Rank #318
Carson Rank #124

Carson is more popular, ranked #124 vs #318 for Clayton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clayton or Carson more popular?

Carson is more popular, ranked #124 compared to Clayton at #318 in the United States.

What do Clayton and Carson mean?

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

Are Clayton and Carson boy or girl names?

Clayton is primarily a boy name. Carson is primarily a boy name.

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