Carter
Meaning: Cart driver; transporter of goods
Origin: Old English and Old French occupational surname — from cartier (one who drives a cart)
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #198
Total births: 1,379
History: Carter surged in the 2010s as a presidential surname-name in Australia. The trend of American presidential names reaching Australia shows the depth of cultural exchange between the two countries.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2025) | #70 |
| Babies named Carter in 2025 | 115 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 1,379 |
| Peak year | 2018 (150 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #60 |
| Years in records | 2015–2025 (11 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 5 spots |
Frequently asked about Carter
What does the name Carter mean?
Carter means “Cart driver; transporter of goods” from Old English and Old French occupational surname — from cartier (one who drives a cart) roots.
What is the origin of the name Carter?
Carter has Old English and Old French occupational surname — from cartier (one who drives a cart) origin. The traditional meaning is “Cart driver; transporter of goods”.
How popular is Carter in Australia?
Carter ranked #70 in Australia in 2025 — given to 115 babies that year.
When was Carter most popular?
Carter peaked in 2018 with 150 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Carter a boy or girl name?
Carter is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Carters in registered births are male.
How long has Carter been recorded in Australia?
Carter appears in birth records in Australia across 11 years — from 2015 through 2025.