Ruston vs Carlton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ruston

Boy #3,029 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"settlement near rye fields"

Origin: Old English

American English

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Boy #2,842 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"settlement of free men"

Origin: Old English

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Ruston Rank #3,029

Carlton Rank #2,842

Carlton is more popular, ranked #2842 vs #3029 for Ruston.

Is Ruston or Carlton more popular?

Carlton is more popular, ranked #2842 compared to Ruston at #3029 in the United States.

What do Ruston and Carlton mean?

Ruston means "settlement near rye fields" (Old English origin). Carlton means "settlement of free men" (Old English origin).

Are Ruston and Carlton boy or girl names?

Ruston is primarily a boy name. Carlton is primarily a boy name.