Carter is a boy's name of English origin meaning “Cart driver; occupational name meaning "one who drives a cart".” With 2 syllables, it is short and easy to say. Common nicknames include Cart. As of 2023, Carter ranks #48 among boys' names in the United States and has been gradually declining. Its highest US ranking was #30 in 2019.
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KAR-ter
Phonetic spelling
Currently #48 among US baby names.
* Based on US Social Security Administration birth-registration data
Carter means “Cart driver; occupational name meaning "one who drives a cart".” It is a boy's name of English origin.
Carter is pronounced KAR-ter.
Carter is most commonly used as a boy's name.
Carter currently ranks #48 among boys' names in the United States.
Popular nicknames for Carter include Cart.
Middle names that pair well with Carter include Carter James, Carter Cole, Carter Dean.
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