Boys name · Missouri
Carter in Missouri
In 2025, 137 babies born in Missouri were named Carter, making it the #37 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1916, add up to 5,615.
Popularity over time
Carter in Missouri, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1916 | 8 | #319 |
| 1930 | 5 | #385 |
| 1989 | 7 | #437 |
| 1996 | 46 | #146 |
| 2003 | 134 | #71 |
| 2010 | 251 | #21 |
| 2018 | 249 | #11 |
| 2025 | 137 | #37 |
Missouri had the most Carter births in 2012, with 285. Carter's highest rank in Missouri was #9, set in 2015.
Rank swung between #9 (2015) and #561 (1990) in Missouri, from #319 in 1916 to #37 in 2025.
Nationally, Carter's strongest state was Iowa, where it hit #1 in 2011. See Carter in every state →
How popular is Carter in Missouri?
In 2025, 137 babies born in Missouri were named Carter, making it the #37 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1916, add up to 5,615.
How many babies are named Carter in Missouri?
Missouri recorded 137 births of babies named Carter in 2025.
What is the rank of Carter in Missouri?
Carter ranked #37 among boys names in Missouri in 2025.
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.