Garl Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationGARL / ɡɑrlEnglish; Scottish
Meaning
English: a variant of 'Garl' meaning 'man'; Scottish: derived from 'garl' meaning 'a boy'.
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Garl is considered a variant of the more common name 'Carl' or 'Karl', which has Germanic roots. It has been used in various English-speaking regions, particularly in Scotland. The name reflects a historical trend of using strong, masculine names in these cultures.
Similar Names
Variants
- Garlie
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Garl was first seen in the United States in 1912. Garl has ranked as high as #918 nationally, which occurred in 1942, and has been most popular in Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Garl has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Garl (1923)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1914 | 6 |
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1921 | 9 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1924 | 8 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1942 | 11 |
| 1946 | 8 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1964 | 6 |