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Keegan vs Karson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keegan

Boy #595 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Egan, little fire"

Origin: Irish Gaelic (Mac Aodhagáin)

Cultural Roots

Irish American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#595
Total SSA Count
482
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Keegan Rank #595
Karson Rank #398

Karson is more popular, ranked #398 vs #595 for Keegan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keegan or Karson more popular?

Karson is more popular, ranked #398 compared to Keegan at #595 in the United States.

What do Keegan and Karson mean?

Keegan means "son of Egan, little fire" (Irish Gaelic (Mac Aodhagáin) origin). Karson means "son of marsh-dwellers" (Old Norse/English origin).

Are Keegan and Karson boy or girl names?

Keegan is primarily a boy name. Karson is primarily a boy name.

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