Karla Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAR-lah / /ˈkɑːr.lə/German; Scandinavian
Meaning
German: free woman; Scandinavian: strong
Historical & Cultural Background
Karla is a feminine form of the name Karl, which has roots in Germanic languages. The name has been used in various cultures, often associated with strength and freedom. It has gained popularity in different regions, particularly in Scandinavian countries. In modern contexts, it is sometimes used as a unisex name.
Trend Summary
Karla has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Carla
- Karly
International Variants
- Carla (Spanish)
- Karla (Czech)
- Karla (Swedish)
Famous people named Karla
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Karla was first seen in the United States in 1959. Karla has ranked as high as #1178 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in California, and District of Columbia. In the past 5 years the name Karla has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Karla (1997)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1961 | 9 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 10 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 12 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 18 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2009 | 6 |