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Karson vs Kayce

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kayce

Boy #420 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"alert, watchful, vigilant"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#420
Total SSA Count
756
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Karson Rank #398
Kayce Rank #420

Karson is more popular, ranked #398 vs #420 for Kayce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Karson or Kayce more popular?

Karson is more popular, ranked #398 compared to Kayce at #420 in the United States.

What do Karson and Kayce mean?

Karson means "son of marsh-dwellers" (Old Norse/English origin). Kayce means "alert, watchful, vigilant" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Karson and Kayce boy or girl names?

Karson is primarily a boy name. Kayce is primarily a boy name.

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