Carle
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Below 5 births
About Carle
Carle is a feminine name that functions as a variant of Carla, which is the female form of Carl. These names ultimately derive from Germanic origins meaning "free man" or "strong one." While Carla gained popularity in the mid-20th century, Carle has remained a much rarer alternative. The name can also be connected to the Old French word "carle" meaning "peasant" or "countryman." In some cases, it may be used as a feminine form of the surname Carle, following the trend of adapting family names for first names. The spelling with an 'e' ending gives the name a subtle French quality while maintaining its familiar sound. Carle offers a distinctive twist on more common names like Carla, Carol, or Caroline.
Carle is also given to boys.
Pronounced KARL.
As of October 2026, Carle ranked #18140 in US births in 2007 SSA, peaked at #4446 in 1940.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · girls | Births · girls | US rank · boys | Births · boys |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | — | 0 |