Carlysle
c(a)-rlys-le,
car-ly-sle
US Popularity:5247
Origin:British
Other Origin(s):Latin
Meaning:From the protected tower; Fort at Luguvalium
Carlysle is a gender-neutral name that finds its origins in ancient Brittania. The name derives from Carlisle, meaning “fort at Luguvalium,” a reference to the Roman name for the city of Carlisle in Cumbria, England. Carlisle was originally established in order to serve as a fort for Hadrian’s Wall. Carlysle, which means “from the protected tower,” evokes the iconic defensive Roman wall and will imbue baby with a similar legacy of strength and fortitude.
How Popular Is The Name Carlysle?
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
1930
Gender:
Girl
#
in 1930
No change
from 1917
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, p. 361
Behind the Name, Carlisle, April 2021
Surname DB, Carlisle
Behind the Name, Carlisle, October 2011
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