Boys name · Texas
Carter in Texas
In 2025, 480 babies born in Texas were named Carter, making it the #80 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1912, add up to 13,774.
Popularity over time
Carter in Texas, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 5 | #493 |
| 1933 | 5 | #826 |
| 1951 | 13 | #595 |
| 1966 | 11 | #638 |
| 1981 | 10 | #851 |
| 1996 | 77 | #322 |
| 2010 | 456 | #93 |
| 2025 | 480 | #80 |
Carter had its most births in Texas in 2014, when 773 babies were given the name. Carter's highest rank in Texas was #54, set in 2014.
Rank swung between #54 (2014) and #1216 (1979) in Texas, from #493 in 1912 to #80 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 Texas?
In 2025, 480 babies born in Texas were named Carter, making it the #80 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1912, add up to 13,774.
How many babies are named Carter in Texas?
In 2025, 480 babies born in Texas were named Carter.
What is the rank of Carter in Texas?
Carter's 2025 rank among boys names in Texas was #80.
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.