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Carl

Boy

Germanic origin · /KAHR-l/ · classic

Meaning: Free man.

Popularity 53/1001 syllables↓ Falling

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Today, Carl is an uncommon name (popularity 53/100).

It is less common today than at its historical peak.

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The name Carl originates from the Old Norse name 'Karl,' meaning 'free man' or 'common man.' It was widely used in Germanic and Scandinavian cultures and later spread across Europe. The name became popular in English-speaking countries through historical figures like Charlemagne (Charles the Great) and has remained a timeless classic.

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