Karly Boy

Popularity: · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationKAR-lee / /ˈkɑrli/

English; Scandinavian

Meaning

English: free man; Scandinavian: strong

Historical & Cultural Background

Karly is a variant of the name Karl, which has roots in both English and Scandinavian cultures. The name has been used historically to denote a free man or a man of strength. It has seen variations in spelling and usage across different regions. The name has been popularized in various forms throughout history, often associated with nobility and leadership.

Trend Summary

Karly has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the late 20th century.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Carly
  • Carley

International Variants

  • Karlo (Croatian)
  • Carl (German)
  • Carlo (Italian)

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Fictional characters named Karly

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Karly was first seen in the United States in 1978. Karly has ranked as high as #1094 nationally, which occurred in 1978, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Karly has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Karly

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
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