Boyce vs Carlton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Carlton

Boy #2,842 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"settlement of free men"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,842
Total SSA Count
45
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Carl, Carl

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Boyce Rank #7,652
Carlton Rank #2,842

Carlton is more popular, ranked #2842 vs #7652 for Boyce.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Boyce ___

No pairings available yet.

Carlton ___

  • Carlton James
  • Carlton Edward
  • Carlton Thomas
  • Carlton William
  • Carlton Alexander
  • Carlton Joseph

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Carlton

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Boyce or Carlton more popular?

Carlton is more popular, ranked #2842 compared to Boyce at #7652 in the United States.

What do Boyce and Carlton mean?

Carlton means "settlement of free men" (Old English origin).

Are Boyce and Carlton boy or girl names?

Boyce is primarily a boy name. Carlton is primarily a boy name.

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