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Greyson 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

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Greyson Rank #127
Carson Rank #124

Carson is more popular, ranked #124 vs #127 for Greyson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Greyson or Carson more popular?

Carson is more popular, ranked #124 compared to Greyson at #127 in the United States.

What do Greyson and Carson mean?

Greyson means "son of the grey-haired one" (English origin). Carson means "son of Carr (marsh dweller)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Greyson and Carson boy or girl names?

Greyson is primarily a boy name. Carson is primarily a boy name.

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