Karson
Karson: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Karson
- A male given name.
Etymology
Variant spelling of Carson.
How popular is Karson?
Since 1880, 2,106 girls and 21,394 boys in the U.S. have been named Karson (9% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1605 in 1999. Its highest rank for boys was #265 in 2018. In 2025 it ranked #453 for boys, with 732 babies given the name.
Names similar to Karson
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Sibling name ideas for Karson
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Karson FAQ
What does the name Karson mean?
A male given name. Variant spelling of Carson.
How popular is the name Karson?
Since 1880, 2,106 girls and 21,394 boys in the U.S. have been named Karson (9% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1605 in 1999. Its highest rank for boys was #265 in 2018. In 2025 it ranked #453 for boys, with 732 babies given the name.
Is Karson a boy or girl name?
Karson is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 2,106 girls and 21,394 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.