Carlton vs Marth

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

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Marth

Girl #67,954 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"mistress, lady of the house"

Origin: Aramaic

Cultural Roots

Biblical English Gaming

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#67,954
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mar, May, Maie

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Popularity Comparison

Carlton Rank #2,842
Marth Rank #67,954

Carlton is more popular, ranked #2842 vs #67954 for Marth.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Carlton ___

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

Marth ___

  • Marth Rose
  • Marth Grace
  • Marth Jane
  • Marth Lee
  • Marth Ann

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Carlton

Preston Reginald Clarence Victoria Adelaide

If you choose Marth

Ruth Wren Bart Hugh Cole

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carlton or Marth more popular?

Carlton is more popular, ranked #2842 compared to Marth at #67954 in the United States.

What do Carlton and Marth mean?

Carlton means "settlement of free men" (Old English origin). Marth means "mistress, lady of the house" (Aramaic origin).

Are Carlton and Marth boy or girl names?

Carlton is primarily a boy name. Marth is primarily a girl name.

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