Decarlos
Decarlos is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Of Carlos / Free man.
Origin and history
Decarlos is a modern American name created by pairing the prefix 'De-' with the traditional Spanish name Carlos. It emerged in the late 20th century in the United States as part of a broader naming pattern featuring prefixed classic names. It remains a relatively rare choice for boys today.
Popularity in the United States
1,215 babies in the United States have been named Decarlos since 1880. It ranks #3483 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1888.
States where it is most popular
- AL (20.7 %)
- NC (20.7 %)
- GA (19.3 %)
- TN (11 %)
- LA (9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 22 |
| 1970-1980 | 291 |
| 1980-1990 | 274 |
| 1990-2000 | 268 |
| 2000-2010 | 216 |
| 2010-2019 | 105 |
| 2020-2029 | 39 |
Fun facts
- The name Decarlos combines the French/African-American naming element 'De-' with the classic name Carlos.
- Decarlos enjoyed its highest popularity in the United States during the late 1970s and 1980s.