Carsyn
Boy name · 6 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Carsyn: 6 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 2008.
Of American origin, Carsyn is a modern phonetic respelling of the traditional surname Carson, which itself derives from the Scottish Gaelic "Carr" meaning "rock" or "mossy place." The name gained traction as a unisex given name in the late 20th century, following the trend of replacing "-son" endings with "-syn" for a fresh, contemporary feel. Famous bearers include NASCAR driver Carsyn Gilliam, known for her pioneering role in stock car racing, and American soccer player Carsyn Robison. The name shares its root with the city of Carson, California, named after Mexican-American pioneer José Guadalupe Carson, whose surname has the same Gaelic origin. Carson remains the more traditional spelling, while Carsyn offers a modern twist that has charted alongside other "-syn" endings like Brynlee and Madelyn.
Boy 2 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20083 babies
- Latest (2020)
- #7113 babies
- Total births
- 6since 2008
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y