Holding steady.
Popularity of Caron since 1935
Babies named Caron per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1930s | 33 | 5 |
| 1940s | 443 | 0 |
| 1950s | 1,014 | 5 |
| 1960s | 817 | 0 |
| 1970s | 565 | 30 |
| 1980s | 214 | 83 |
| 1990s | 69 | 121 |
| 2000s | 24 | 477 |
| 2010s | 0 | 248 |
| 2020s | 0 | 64 |
Meaning & origin
Caron is a rare Welsh name that has maintained a low but consistent presence in the United States since it was first recorded in 1937. It reached its peak year of usage in 1956, but has never entered the top 1000 names. The trajectory of its usage has been stable, neither growing nor declining sharply. Because it is so uncommon, the name offers a distinctive choice for parents seeking a Welsh heritage name. Its origins tie it to Welsh linguistic roots, possibly related to the word for 'love,' though etymologists treat this connection as uncertain. Overall, Caron remains a quietly enduring name, carried by a small but steady number of individuals across the decades.
Caron is a Welsh name whose exact origin is debated. It may be a variant of Caron, a Welsh masculine name derived from 'caru' meaning 'to love', giving the sense of 'loving' or 'charitable'. Historically, it has been used in Wales and occasionally in other English-speaking countries. The name has never been among the most popular, but it has maintained a steady, low-level presence since the mid-20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ron, Caz
Sibling names for Caron
Names that share Caron's style, for a brother or sister.
