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Kevin vs Carson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kevin

Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

English Irish American German French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#196
Total SSA Count
1,822
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Kevin Rank #196
Carson Rank #124

Carson is more popular, ranked #124 vs #196 for Kevin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kevin or Carson more popular?

Carson is more popular, ranked #124 compared to Kevin at #196 in the United States.

What do Kevin and Carson mean?

Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin). Carson means "son of Carr (marsh dweller)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Kevin and Carson boy or girl names?

Kevin is primarily a boy name. Carson is primarily a boy name.

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