Carlee Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KAR-lee //ˈkɑːrli//
Origin: English; variant of Carly
Meaning: Free man; strong
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Carlee is a modern variant of the name Carly, which itself is derived from the Old English name "Ceorl," meaning "man" or "free man." The transition from Ceorl to Carly involved the adaptation of the name through various linguistic influences, including the Norman Conquest, which introduced many Old French names into English. The name Carly became more widely recognized in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine form of Charles, which has roots in the Germanic name "Karl," also meaning "man." The spelling Carlee represents a contemporary twist on this traditional name, reflecting a trend towards creative variations in naming practices.
Historically, the name Charles has been borne by numerous notable figures, including Charlemagne (Charles the Great), who was crowned Emperor of the Romans in the year 800, and several kings of France and England. The feminine forms of Charles, including Carly and Carlee, gained traction in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly as women’s rights movements began to influence naming conventions.
The name Carly was notably popularized in the United States through various cultural references, including literature and media, although specific milestones for Carlee as a distinct form are less documented. Culturally, names derived from Charles often carry connotations of strength and nobility, reflecting the historical significance of the name.
The use of diminutive forms, such as Carly, has allowed for a more personal and affectionate connection to the name while maintaining its roots. The variant Carlee, with its unique spelling, embodies a modern sensibility while still being linked to a rich historical lineage, representing both tradition and contemporary identity.
Famous people named Carlee
In this section, you will find notable people named Carlee. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Carlee who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Carlee Russell is a former nursing student best known for her involvement in a widely publicized missing person case.
Carlee McNulty is a professional athlete best known for her achievements in competitive swimming.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Carlee was first seen in the United States in 1902.
Carlee has ranked as high as #1202 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Ohio, Florida, and Pennsylvania.
In the past 5 years the name Carlee has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Carlee is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Carlee was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Carlee.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 101 | 0 | 101 |
| 2024 | 121 | 0 | 121 |
| 2023 | 117 | 0 | 117 |
| 2022 | 158 | 0 | 158 |
| 2021 | 157 | 0 | 157 |
| 2020 | 167 | 0 | 167 |
| 2019 | 184 | 0 | 184 |
| 2018 | 239 | 0 | 239 |
| 2017 | 264 | 0 | 264 |
| 2016 | 317 | 0 | 317 |
| 2015 | 371 | 0 | 371 |
| 2014 | 336 | 0 | 336 |
| 2013 | 367 | 0 | 367 |
| 2012 | 365 | 0 | 365 |
| 2011 | 369 | 0 | 369 |
| 2010 | 360 | 0 | 360 |
| 2009 | 464 | 0 | 464 |
| 2008 | 435 | 5 | 430 |
| 2007 | 445 | 0 | 445 |
| 2006 | 444 | 0 | 444 |
| 2005 | 459 | 0 | 459 |
| 2004 | 432 | 0 | 432 |
| 2003 | 390 | 5 | 385 |
| 2002 | 392 | 0 | 392 |
| 2001 | 362 | 0 | 362 |
| 2000 | 407 | 6 | 401 |
| 1999 | 362 | 0 | 362 |
| 1998 | 391 | 0 | 391 |
| 1997 | 377 | 0 | 377 |
| 1996 | 326 | 0 | 326 |
| 1995 | 302 | 0 | 302 |
| 1994 | 288 | 0 | 288 |
| 1993 | 294 | 0 | 294 |
| 1992 | 297 | 0 | 297 |
| 1991 | 222 | 0 | 222 |
| 1990 | 144 | 0 | 144 |
| 1989 | 142 | 0 | 142 |
| 1988 | 113 | 0 | 113 |
| 1987 | 109 | 0 | 109 |
| 1986 | 94 | 0 | 94 |
| 1985 | 106 | 0 | 106 |
| 1984 | 92 | 0 | 92 |
| 1983 | 68 | 0 | 68 |
| 1982 | 89 | 0 | 89 |
| 1981 | 54 | 0 | 54 |
| 1980 | 53 | 6 | 47 |
| 1979 | 35 | 0 | 35 |
| 1978 | 39 | 0 | 39 |
| 1977 | 32 | 0 | 32 |
| 1976 | 41 | 0 | 41 |
| 1975 | 27 | 0 | 27 |
| 1974 | 39 | 0 | 39 |
| 1973 | 33 | 0 | 33 |
| 1972 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 1971 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1970 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1969 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1968 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1967 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1966 | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| 1965 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1964 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1963 | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| 1962 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1961 | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| 1960 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1959 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1958 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1957 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1956 | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| 1955 | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| 1954 | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| 1953 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1952 | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| 1951 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1950 | 17 | 5 | 12 |
| 1949 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| 1948 | 18 | 6 | 12 |
| 1947 | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| 1946 | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| 1945 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1944 | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| 1943 | 23 | 6 | 17 |
| 1942 | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| 1941 | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| 1940 | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| 1939 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1938 | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| 1937 | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| 1936 | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| 1935 | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| 1934 | 19 | 5 | 14 |
| 1933 | 18 | 6 | 12 |
| 1932 | 30 | 11 | 19 |
| 1931 | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| 1930 | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| 1929 | 22 | 7 | 15 |
| 1928 | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| 1927 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1926 | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| 1925 | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| 1924 | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| 1923 | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| 1922 | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| 1921 | 26 | 9 | 17 |
| 1920 | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| 1919 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 1918 | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| 1917 | 19 | 6 | 13 |
| 1916 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1915 | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| 1913 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1912 | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| 1911 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1910 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1902 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Top States for Carlee (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 11 | |
| TN | 10 | |
| PA | 7 | |
| FL | 7 | |
| KY | 6 | |
| LA | 5 | |
| NC | 5 | |
| OH | 5 | |
| GA | 5 | |
| MI | 5 |