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Carl

Carl is a boy name of English origin.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginEnglish
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables1
  • US rank#747

How popular is Carl?

Popularity in the United States

Carl has been given to 506,880 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1950s. Its use has declined since that peak.

About 1 in 5,872 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Carl per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Carl has been given to 5,452 babies in France since 1904, peaking in the 1970s. It has held a steady level of use since.

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Babies named Carl per year in France, 1904–2022. Source: INSEE
506,880 Babies named since 1880
1950s Peak decade
Falling Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Carl

Is Carl a boy's or a girl's name?

Carl is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Carl?

Carl has been given to 506,880 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1950s. Its use has declined since that peak.