Boy Name
Carl
"Free man. Represents independence, strength, and masculinity."
Ranked #1033 for boys
About the Name Carl
Meaning
Free man. Represents independence, strength, and masculinity.
Origin
GermanicGender
Boy
First Letter
CBoy Rank
#1033
Carl is a boy name of Germanic origin. The name means "Free man. Represents independence, strength, and masculinity." and Currently ranked #1033 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with C or explore other Germanic names.
Popularity Over Time
#79066 1950
#61184 1960
#31757 1970
#25780 1980
#14733 1990
#7197 2000
#4223 2010
#1199 2020
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.
Famous People Named Carl
- CS Carl Sagan (scientist)
- CL Carl Lewis (athlete)