Cason vs Dash

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cason

Boy #859 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of the marsh dwellers"

Origin: English/Scottish (via Carson)

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#859
Total SSA Count
283
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Cas, Case

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Cason Rank #859
Dash Rank #969

Cason is more popular, ranked #859 vs #969 for Dash.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cason ___

  • Cason James
  • Cason Lee
  • Cason Michael
  • Cason Thomas
  • Cason Wyatt
  • Cason Cole

Dash ___

  • Dash Elliot
  • Dash William
  • Dash James
  • Dash Alexander
  • Dash Brooks
  • Dash Hunter

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Dash

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cason or Dash more popular?

Cason is more popular, ranked #859 compared to Dash at #969 in the United States.

What do Cason and Dash mean?

Cason means "son of the marsh dwellers" (English/Scottish (via Carson) origin). Dash means "to run fast, a burst of speed" (Middle English origin).

Are Cason and Dash boy or girl names?

Cason is primarily a boy name. Dash is primarily a boy name.

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