Carlus

Q: What is the origin of Carlus?

Carlus is of Germanic origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Carlus?

According to the latest SSA data, Carlus is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Carlus a boy name?

Carlus is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Free Man"

Carlus is a variant related to Carlos and Karl forms, ultimately associated with the meaning free man.

Themes:freemanvariantromancemasculine

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Popularity History of Carlus

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Year

Selected Year Rank

Unranked

Carlus did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Carlus Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Carlus.

8 ideas

cary

Nickname

carl

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cie

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rlus

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lusy

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Baby Name Lists That Include Carlus

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Carlus mean?

Carlus means "Free Man". Carlus is a variant related to Carlos and Karl forms, ultimately associated with the meaning free man.

What is the origin of Carlus?

Carlus is of Germanic origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Carlus?

According to the latest SSA data, Carlus is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Carlus a boy name?

Carlus is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Carlus?

Popular nicknames for Carlus include cary, carl, cie, cy, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Carlus?

There are many names similar to Carlus in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginGermanic, Spanish

Syllables2

Length6 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withC

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Arnold Aubrey Adolph Adolfo Alphonse

Sisters

Alberta Alissa Alisa Aubrie Adela

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