Back to Baby Names

Jack vs Carson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jack

Boy #15 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"supplanter"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#15
Total SSA Count
8,434
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Similar Names

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

Similar Names

Popularity Comparison

Jack Rank #15
Carson Rank #124

Jack is more popular, ranked #15 vs #124 for Carson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jack or Carson more popular?

Jack is more popular, ranked #15 compared to Carson at #124 in the United States.

What do Jack and Carson mean?

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

Are Jack and Carson boy or girl names?

Jack is primarily a boy name. Carson is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons