Carl
kar-l
US Popularity:1999
Origin:German
Meaning:Free man
Carl is a masculine name of German origin keenly suited to those from humble backgrounds unafraid to thrive. Emerging from the German word karl, meaning "free man," Carl is a no-nonsense title with a tough spirit courtesy of its roots in the Old English ceorl, indicating a "person of low rank." Starting from the ground up, Carl has transformed into a well-known title of royalty, nobility, and intellectual elite. Keeping company with the founder of analytical psychology, Carl Jung, Carl is an inspiring testament to the merits of aspiration regardless of circumstance.
Famous People Named Carl
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Carl HagelinHockey Player
- Carl LewisRunner
- Carl ReinerComedian, Director
- Carl SaganScientist
- Carl YastrzemskiBaseball Player
How Popular Is The Name Carl?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Carl is currently #1633 on The Bump
Boy:Carl is currently #905 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Carl is currently #1999 in U.S. births
Boy:Carl is currently #961 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#961
in 2023
+ 50
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Carl, April 2024
Behind the Name, Charles, December 2022
Name Doctor, Carl
WordSense Dictionary, Charles
WordSense Dictionary, churl
Online Etymology Dictionary, carl (n.), September 2022
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