Karter: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced KAHR-ter · 2 syllables
Karter means “son of Arthur”, from English.
Fanciful variant of Carter.
- Meaning
- son of Arthur
- Origin
- English
- Pronunciation
- KAHR-ter
- US rank (2025)
- #270
- US babies a year
- about 1,880 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2010
How popular is Karter?
Karter was the #270 name in the US in 2025, given to 1,521 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2010.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #270 |
| England & Wales | #625 |
| Scotland | #324 |
| Northern Ireland | #392 |
| Canada | #847 |
| Australia | #600 |
How old are people named Karter?
Half of US adults named Karter are older than 21; most are between 18 and 30. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Karter
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
Questions about Karter
What does the name Karter mean?
Karter means “son of Arthur”. It comes from English.
How do you pronounce Karter?
Karter is pronounced KAHR-ter.
How popular is the name Karter?
Karter was the #270 name in the US in 2025, given to 1,521 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2010.
How old are people named Karter?
Half of US adults named Karter are older than 21. Most are between 18 and 30.