Carlson Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Carlson is of Scandinavian origin, meaning 'son of Carl'. It evolved from historical forms such as 'Karl' and 'Carl'. The name conveys traits of strength and heritage. There is no biblical relevance associated with it.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Carlson"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɑːrlsən/
Origin
Scandinavian
Etymology
Carlson is derived from the given name 'Carl', which comes from the Old Germanic word 'karal', meaning 'man' or 'free man'. The suffix '-son' means 'son of', indicating lineage.
Meaning
son of Carl
Language Evolution
Karl, Carl, Carlson
Historical Usage
Carlson gained popularity in the 19th and 20th centuries, particularly among Scandinavian immigrants in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Carl, Charles, Karlsen
Modern Popularity & Image
Carlson is perceived as a traditional name with a strong familial connection, often associated with reliability and heritage.
Famous People
Carlson Gracie, Tucker Carlson, Carlson Young
📊 Carlson Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Carlson Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 19 peak births in 2016
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Carlson"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Carlson"
"Carlson" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 5216th of 7545 | 27 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3728th of 6773 | 70 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3151st of 7552 | 132 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4863rd of 10718 | 71 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5632nd of 16616 | 118 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6547th of 24088 | 175 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6645th of 23106 | 149 |
Regional Popularity of "Carlson" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
60.78% 2458th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
- | - |
Regional Popularity of "Carlson" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Carlson"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Carlson" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Carlson" in the United States
The name Carlson is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Carlson has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Carlson' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5216th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3728th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3151st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4863rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5632nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6547th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6645th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Carlson' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.