Name Profile
Carl
"Not available in SSA source data." — Unknown origin
BoyUnknown1 syllableCurrent rank #963 (2023)
About Carl
Carl appears in U.S. Social Security baby-name records from 1880 through 2020. It does not appear in the 2024 top 1,000 list for boys, but it remains part of the official historical record. Across available SSA years, the name appears 506,880 times.
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginUnknown
PronunciationCarl
Syllables1
Nicknames for Carl
Car
Popularity in the U.S.
Carl is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys.. Parents often choose Carl for its clear pronunciation and classic style.
Carl had 233 births in 2023.
Middle Name Ideas
- Carl James
- Carl Alexander
- Carl Reid
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Carl mean?
Carl means "Not available in SSA source data." and is commonly associated with Unknown roots.
Is Carl a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Yes. Carl is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys..
How is Carl pronounced?
A common pronunciation is Carl.
What are common nicknames for Carl?
Popular nicknames include Car.