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Karla

Girl

Germanic origin · /KAR-lah/ · classic

Meaning: Free woman.

Popularity 70/1002 syllables↓ Falling

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Today, Karla is a popular, familiar name (popularity 70/100).

It is less common today than at its historical peak.

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The name Karla is of Germanic origin, derived from the name Karl, which means 'free man'. The feminine form, Karla, thus translates to 'free woman'. It shares roots with the name Charles, which has been widely used across Europe in various forms. Karla became popular in German-speaking countries and later spread to other cultures.

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