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Harrison 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

Harrison Rank #121
Carson Rank #124

Harrison is more popular, ranked #121 vs #124 for Carson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harrison or Carson more popular?

Harrison is more popular, ranked #121 compared to Carson at #124 in the United States.

What do Harrison and Carson mean?

Harrison means "son of Harry (Henry)" (English origin). Carson means "son of Carr (marsh dweller)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Harrison and Carson boy or girl names?

Harrison is primarily a boy name. Carson is primarily a boy name.

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