Carlon
Carlon is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Free man or warrior.
Origin and history
Carlon is a masculine name with Old Germanic roots, derived from elements meaning free man or warrior. It is a variant of names like Carl or Carlton, offering a familiar yet distinctive sound. In the United States, it has been a rare given name throughout history.
Popularity in the United States
863 babies in the United States have been named Carlon since 1880. It ranks #3814 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1922.
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 65 |
| 1930-1940 | 87 |
| 1940-1950 | 120 |
| 1950-1960 | 102 |
| 1960-1970 | 85 |
| 1970-1980 | 105 |
| 1980-1990 | 75 |
| 1990-2000 | 94 |
| 2000-2010 | 74 |
| 2010-2019 | 51 |
| 2020-2029 | 5 |
Fun facts
- Carlon shares etymological origins with Carl and Charles, which stem from the Germanic word 'karl'.
- With fewer than 1,000 total recorded births since 1880, Carlon remains an uncommon given name in the United States.