Boy · 202nd of 23,106
Karter
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
32,517
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2019
Peak Popularity Year
2,794
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Karter stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Karter is an English name derived from the surname Carter, meaning 'transporter' or 'cart driver.' It evolved from Old French and Middle English forms over time. The name has gained modern popularity as a given name, especially in the U.S., and is associated with contemporary traits. There is no biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkɑːrtər/
Origin
English
Etymology
Karter is derived from the surname Carter, which originates from the Old French 'cartier,' meaning 'one who transports goods by cart.' The name has been adopted as a given name in modern times.
Meaning
transporter, cart driver
Language Evolution
Old French: cartier, Middle English: cartere, Modern English: Karter
Historical Usage
Karter gained popularity as a given name in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a modern variation of traditional surnames.
Variants & Derivatives
Carter, Kartero, Karte
Modern Popularity & Image
Karter is viewed as a trendy and contemporary name, often associated with a sense of modernity and uniqueness.
Famous People
Karter K. McMillan, American singer, Karter K. Yates, American athlete
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Consistently Rising
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 2,794 peak births in 2019
Geographic Spread
Popular across 50 US states, with strongest presence in Georgia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 3 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 5 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5994th of 16616 | 105 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 726th of 24088 | 4,407 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 202nd of 23106 | 23,675 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4054th of 35406 | 549 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 859th of 30306 | 3,781 |