Boys name · Kentucky
Carson in Kentucky
Carson was the 50th most popular boys name in Kentucky in 2025, with 82 babies named Carson that year. Since 1916, Kentucky families have named 3,253 babies Carson.
Popularity over time
Carson in Kentucky, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1916 | 9 | 274th |
| 1929 | 5 | 441st |
| 1942 | 5 | 451st |
| 1956 | 8 | 330th |
| 1992 | 18 | 188th |
| 2003 | 77 | 77th |
| 2014 | 112 | 52nd |
| 2025 | 82 | 50th |
Its rank among boys names in Kentucky climbed from 274th in 1916 to 50th in 2025.
The most babies named Carson in Kentucky in a single year was 158, in 2010. Its best showing was 22nd among boys names in 2018.
Across the country, Carson reached its best rank of 9th in South Dakota (2007). See Carson in every state →
How popular is Carson in Kentucky?
Carson was the 50th most popular boys name in Kentucky in 2025, with 82 babies named Carson that year. Since 1916, Kentucky families have named 3,253 babies Carson.
How many babies are named Carson in Kentucky?
In 2025, 82 babies were named Carson in Kentucky. The most babies named Carson in Kentucky in a single year was 158, in 2010.
What is the rank of Carson in Kentucky?
Carson ranked 50th among boys names in Kentucky in 2025. Its best showing was 22nd among boys names in 2018.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.