Lincoln vs Carson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lincoln

Boy #73 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lake colony, settlement by the pool"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #124 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of Carr (marsh dweller)"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

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Lincoln Rank #73

Carson Rank #124

Lincoln is more popular, ranked #73 vs #124 for Carson.

Is Lincoln or Carson more popular?

Lincoln is more popular, ranked #73 compared to Carson at #124 in the United States.

What do Lincoln and Carson mean?

Lincoln means "lake colony, settlement by the pool" (Old English origin). Carson means "son of Carr (marsh dweller)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Lincoln and Carson boy or girl names?

Lincoln is primarily a boy name. Carson is primarily a boy name.