Caron Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAR-on / /ˈkær.ən/Welsh; French
Meaning
Welsh: love; French: a form of the name 'Caron' which is derived from 'Caronne'
Historical & Cultural Background
Caron is a name with Welsh origins, often associated with the meaning of love. In French, it can be a diminutive or variant of names like Caronne. The name has been used in various cultures, reflecting a blend of influences. It is less common as a given name for boys in contemporary usage.
Trend Summary
Caron has seen limited popularity as a boy's name in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Karon
- Caronne
International Variants
- Caron (French)
- Karon (English)
Famous people named Caron
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Caron was first seen in the United States in 1935. Caron has ranked as high as #1329 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in Maryland, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Caron has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Caron (2011)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| LA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1998 | 20 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 23 |
| 2002 | 39 |
| 2003 | 44 |
| 2004 | 62 |
| 2005 | 66 |
| 2006 | 47 |
| 2007 | 70 |
| 2008 | 71 |
| 2009 | 43 |
| 2010 | 45 |
| 2011 | 37 |
| 2012 | 33 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2014 | 26 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 10 |
| 2024 | 10 |