Karlie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Karlie is a feminine name of German origin, derived from the word 'karl' which means 'free man'. It evolved through various forms, gaining popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variant. The name conveys a sense of independence and strength, with no specific biblical relevance.
The name Karlie is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. 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, Karlie has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Karlie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5079th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 989th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 750th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1108th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Karlie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Karlie"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɑrli/
Origin
German
Etymology
Karlie is a feminine diminutive form of the name Karl, which comes from the Germanic word 'karl' meaning 'man' or 'free man'.
Meaning
free woman
Language Evolution
Carl, Karl, Karli, Karlie
Historical Usage
The name Karlie gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, often as a modern and trendy variation of traditional names like Caroline or Charlotte.
Variants & Derivatives
Carl, Karl, Carla, Karly
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Karlie is perceived as a trendy and youthful name, often associated with a modern and fashionable image.
Famous People
Karlie Kloss, Karlie Hay
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Karlie"
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 "Karlie"
"Karlie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5079th of 19264 | 167 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 989th of 27321 | 2,807 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 750th of 35406 | 5,669 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1108th of 30306 | 2,757 |
Regional Popularity of "Karlie" by Generation for Male 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Karlie" 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) |
- |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
- |
83.90% 3393rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
21.63% 797th/3685 |
27.60% 1235th/4475 |
21.47% 1115th/5194 |
14.71% 929th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
12.05% 552nd/4582 |
19.31% 997th/5164 |
9.53% 697th/7313 |
13.39% 999th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
26.08% 1039th/3984 |
33.27% 1493rd/4487 |
12.99% 886th/6822 |
25.81% 1620th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Karlie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Karlie" 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.