Carl as a Male Name
Carl is most commonly a boy's name.
Parents choosing Carl for a boy get a name with a clear Germanic heritage and a well-established boy's usage. The name Carl means “free man” and is of Germanic origin. Closely related male forms and variants include Charles, Karl, Carlo, Carlos, Karel.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Carl across all genders, see the complete Carl name meaning.
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Is Carl a boy's name?+
Carl is most commonly a boy's name. It means “free man” and is of Germanic origin.
What does Carl mean?+
Carl means “free man” and originates from Germanic.