Clarkson
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Bright, clear — radiant and full of light
Origin: Latin
Popularity: Ranked #12404 in 2025 with 5 babies born.
History: Derived from Latin roots meaning bright, clear.
Similar names: carson, carlson, carston, clayson, caron, cason, clark
Name length: 8 letters
How common is Clarkson? About 1 in 665,700 babies born in 2025 were named Clarkson, or roughly 0 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Clarkson
What does the name Clarkson mean?
Clarkson means “Bright, clear — radiant and full of light” from Latin roots.
What is the origin of the name Clarkson?
Clarkson has Latin origin. The traditional meaning is “Bright, clear — radiant and full of light”.
How popular is Clarkson?
Clarkson ranked #12008 in 2025 — given to 5 babies that year.
When was Clarkson most popular?
Clarkson peaked in 2019 with 16 babies registered that year.
Is Clarkson a boy or girl name?
Clarkson is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Clarksons in registered births are male.
Is the name Clarkson rising or falling in popularity?
Clarkson has fallen 2623 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #9385 in 2020 to #12008 in 2025.
How long has Clarkson been recorded?
Clarkson appears in birth records across 23 years — from 1915 through 2025.