Smith vs Carver

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Smith

Boy #1,580 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"metalworker, blacksmith"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Boy #1,484 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"one who carves, wood-carver"

Origin: Old English

American British

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Smith Rank #1,580

Carver Rank #1,484

Carver is more popular, ranked #1484 vs #1580 for Smith.

Is Smith or Carver more popular?

Carver is more popular, ranked #1484 compared to Smith at #1580 in the United States.

What do Smith and Carver mean?

Smith means "metalworker, blacksmith" (Old English origin). Carver means "one who carves, wood-carver" (Old English origin).

Are Smith and Carver boy or girl names?

Smith is primarily a boy name. Carver is primarily a boy name.