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Karson vs Cyrus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Karson

Boy #398 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of marsh-dwellers"

Origin: Old Norse/English

Cultural Roots

American English Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#398
Total SSA Count
813
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Karson Rank #398
Cyrus Rank #255

Cyrus is more popular, ranked #255 vs #398 for Karson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Karson or Cyrus more popular?

Cyrus is more popular, ranked #255 compared to Karson at #398 in the United States.

What do Karson and Cyrus mean?

Karson means "son of marsh-dwellers" (Old Norse/English origin). Cyrus means "sun, throne" (Old Persian origin).

Are Karson and Cyrus boy or girl names?

Karson is primarily a boy name. Cyrus is primarily a boy name.

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