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Karl

Boy

German origin ยท /KARL/ ยท classic

Meaning: German and Scandinavian form of Charles, meaning free man.

Popularity 95/1001 syllablesPeaked 1960โ†“ Falling

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Most popular in the 1960s.

Today, Karl is one of the most common baby names (popularity 95/100).

It is less common today than at its historical peak.

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