Carlie Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationCAR-lee / /ˈkɑːrli/English; diminutive of Charles
Meaning
Free man (from Charles)
Historical & Cultural Background
Carlie is often considered a modern variation of the name Charles. The name Charles has a long history, originating from the Germanic name Karl, which means 'man' or 'free man.' It has been popular in various cultures and has numerous variations. Carlie, as a diminutive, reflects a trend towards more casual and affectionate forms of traditional names.
Trend Summary
Carlie has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., often used as a feminine name but also recognized for boys.
Similar Names
Variants
- Carly
- Karly
International Variants
- Carlo (Italian)
- Carlos (Spanish)
Famous people named Carlie
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Fictional characters named Carlie
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Carlie was first seen in the United States in 1889. Carlie has ranked as high as #860 nationally, which occurred in 1925, and has been most popular in North Carolina, Kentucky, South Carolina, and Alaska. In the past 5 years the name Carlie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Carlie (1961)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1889 | 8 |
| 1890 | 6 |
| 1891 | 5 |
| 1893 | 6 |
| 1895 | 6 |
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1905 | 6 |
| 1906 | 6 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1908 | 9 |
| 1909 | 12 |
| 1910 | 7 |
| 1912 | 10 |
| 1913 | 16 |
| 1914 | 16 |
| 1915 | 22 |
| 1916 | 15 |
| 1917 | 22 |
| 1918 | 21 |
| 1919 | 31 |
| 1920 | 33 |
| 1921 | 20 |
| 1922 | 25 |
| 1923 | 20 |
| 1924 | 25 |
| 1925 | 34 |
| 1926 | 30 |
| 1927 | 19 |
| 1928 | 27 |
| 1929 | 20 |
| 1930 | 29 |
| 1931 | 24 |
| 1932 | 24 |
| 1933 | 18 |
| 1934 | 23 |
| 1935 | 25 |
| 1936 | 21 |
| 1937 | 22 |
| 1938 | 23 |
| 1939 | 15 |
| 1940 | 22 |
| 1941 | 18 |
| 1942 | 26 |
| 1943 | 17 |
| 1944 | 21 |
| 1945 | 15 |
| 1946 | 21 |
| 1947 | 29 |
| 1948 | 18 |
| 1949 | 14 |
| 1950 | 12 |
| 1951 | 19 |
| 1952 | 17 |
| 1953 | 19 |
| 1954 | 16 |
| 1955 | 16 |
| 1956 | 16 |
| 1957 | 15 |
| 1958 | 15 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1961 | 12 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 10 |
| 1964 | 10 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1970 | 13 |
| 1971 | 12 |
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2004 | 7 |