Arthur vs Carson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arthur

Boy #105 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bear, bear-like strength"

Origin: Brythonic Celtic

Cultural Roots

English French Welsh British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#105
Total SSA Count
3,318
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Art, Artie

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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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
Nicknames
Cars, Carse

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Arthur Rank #105
Carson Rank #124

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 vs #124 for Carson.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Arthur ___

  • Arthur James
  • Arthur William
  • Arthur Henry
  • Arthur Frederick
  • Arthur George
  • Arthur Edmund

Carson ___

  • Carson James
  • Carson Cole
  • Carson Reid
  • Carson Lee
  • Carson Thomas
  • Carson Blake

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Arthur

Theodore Edmund Cecily Rosalind Frederick

If you choose Carson

Hudson Mason Quinn Parker Avery

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arthur or Carson more popular?

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 compared to Carson at #124 in the United States.

What do Arthur and Carson mean?

Arthur means "bear, bear-like strength" (Brythonic Celtic origin). Carson means "son of Carr (marsh dweller)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Arthur and Carson boy or girl names?

Arthur is primarily a boy name. Carson is primarily a boy name.

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