Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Karter.
National Rank (2025)
#270
All-Time Peak Rank
#162 (2020)
Total U.S. Births
29,465
Unisex Distribution86.5% Boy / 13.5% GirlBalance: Leans Male
💡 The Karter Vibe: This choice is considered a Modern Trend. A contemporary choice reflecting current cultural naming rhythms and popularity brackets.
📖 The Story Behind Karter
According to SSA data, Karter achieved its highest historical rank of #162 in 2020. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2019 with 2,425 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have decreased by 44.7%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 36 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Karter scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Declining
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
-44.7% Decline
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record2,425Births in 2019
Years in Top 100
0yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
36Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:0
1890s:0
1900s:0
1910s:0
1920s:0
1930s:0
1940s:0
1950s:0
1960s:0
1970s:0
1980s:5
1990s:212
2000s:2,079
2010s:16,874
2020s:10,295
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesKar-ter
Letter Count6 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 25.7% of SSA names. Starts with K, a letter used by only 7.8% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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