Carles Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Carles is a Catalan name derived from the Germanic name Karl, meaning 'man' or 'free man'. It evolved through various linguistic forms, including Karl, Carl, and Charles. The name embodies traits of strength and leadership. It has no direct biblical relevance but has historical significance due to its use in royal contexts.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Carles"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɑr.lɛs/
Origin
Catalan
Etymology
Carles is derived from the Germanic name Karl, which means 'man' or 'free man'.
Meaning
man, free man
Language Evolution
Karl (Old High German), Carl (Middle English), Charles (French), Carles (Catalan)
Historical Usage
The name Carles gained popularity in the Catalan-speaking regions, particularly in the medieval period, due to the influence of the name Charles in royal and noble families.
Variants & Derivatives
Carlos (Spanish), Charles (English), Carlo (Italian), Carl (German), Charlie (diminutive)
Modern Popularity & Image
Carles is perceived as a traditional and strong name in Catalan culture, often associated with leadership and nobility.
Famous People
Carles Puigdemont, a prominent Catalan politician, Carles Puyol, a celebrated Spanish footballer
📊 Carles Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
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✨ Carles Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 20 peak births in 1928
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in Kentucky
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Carles"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Carles"
"Carles" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2867th of 7545 | 133 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2333rd of 6773 | 189 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2815th of 7552 | 162 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4253rd of 10718 | 95 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9449th of 16616 | 38 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 15544th of 24088 | 28 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 13641st of 23106 | 36 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 12526th of 12526 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Carles" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
79.97% 1892nd/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
82.83% 1949th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Carles" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Carles"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Carles" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Carles" in the United States
The name Carles is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Carles has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Carles' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2867th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2333rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2815th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4253rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9449th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 15544th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 13641st out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 12526th out of 12526 names. Discover how the name 'Carles' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.