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Caron

♂ Boy

Pronounced KAR-on /ˈkær.ən/Medium

Meaning: Variously from Welsh caru, 'to love; loved', and a French surname, 'dear; beloved'; used for both sexes; here for boys; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: To love; loved; dear: Caron is Welsh/French. Crisp, classic, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for boys; said 'KAR-on').
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Origin LowWelsh, French
MeaningVariously from Welsh caru, 'to love; loved', and a French surname, 'dear; beloved'; used for both sexes; here for boys; routes layered
U.S. rank (2025)#12361 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2008
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,033

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200819352025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Caron comes variously from Welsh caru, 'to love; loved', and a French surname, 'dear; beloved' (routes layered, which we note). Used for both sexes, here for a boy (slug distinguished; said 'KAR-on').

In the U.S. it appears for both sexes. Rare, to-love-and-dear at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Caron is variously from Welsh caru, 'to love; loved', and a French surname, 'dear; beloved' — crisp and classic, used for both sexes (here for boys; the routes are layered, which we note; said 'KAR-on').
Overall data confidence 36%
References — Caron — unisex; routes layered

Variations

CarenKaronCaronne

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Caron mean?

Caron is variously Welsh 'to love; loved' and a French surname 'dear; beloved'; used for both sexes; here for a boy.

How do you pronounce Caron?

It's said KAR-on /ˈkær.ən/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Caron a boy or girl name?

Caron is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a boy's name.

How popular is Caron?

Caron is a rare name in the U.S.

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