Carl is a boy's name of Germanic origin meaning “Free man; Germanic origin meaning "independent person".” With 1 syllable, it is short and easy to say. As of 2023, Carl ranks #961 among boys' names in the United States and has been gradually declining. Its highest US ranking was #750 in 2019.
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karl
Phonetic spelling
Currently #961 among US baby names.
* Based on US Social Security Administration birth-registration data
Carl means “Free man; Germanic origin meaning "independent person".” It is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Carl is pronounced karl.
Carl is most commonly used as a boy's name.
Carl currently ranks #961 among boys' names in the United States.
Middle names that pair well with Carl include Carl James, Carl Alexander, Carl William, Carl Thomas.
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