Carson

Carson meaning and name origin

Carson \c(a)-rson, car-son\ as a boy's name (also used as girl's name Carson), is pronounced KAR-sen. It is of Scottish and Old English origin, and the meaning of Carson is "son of the marsh-dwellers". Mainly Scottish surname. The first known bearer was a certain Robert de Carsan in the 13th century. In American, legendary Missouri frontiersman Kit Carson (19th century) was a scout and guide in the exploration of the West as well as an important factor in the Mexican War. Carson City, Nevada was named for him, and to this day, an aura of rakishness and daring clings to the name. TV hosts Johnny Carson, and Carson Daly.

Carson has 5 variant forms: Carsan, Carsen, Cason, Karson and Kason.

Baby names that sound like Carson are Garson and Gerson.

View a list of the 2 names that reference Carson.

Popularity of Carson

Carson is a somewhat popular first name for men (#774 out of 1220) and an even more popular surname or last name for all people (#472 out of 88799). (1990 U.S. Census)

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