Carlette

Carlette is a feminine name that emerged as a diminutive form of Carla or Caroline, which ultimately derive from the Germanic male name Karl, meaning "free man" or "strong." The addition of the French-inspired suffix "-ette" creates a distinctly feminine and somewhat delicate variation. Most popular in the mid-20th century, particularly the 1950s and 1960s, Carlette has since become quite uncommon, giving it a vintage quality. The name carries a certain elegance with its French-influenced ending while maintaining the strength associated with its Germanic roots. Carlette offers families seeking a connection to names like Carol, Caroline, or Charles a more distinctive alternative that balances uniqueness with recognizable origins and straightforward pronunciation.

Pronounced car-LET.

As of October 2026, Carlette ranked #14523 in US births in 1998 SSA, peaked at #1671 in 1966.