Karly
Karly is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Free person.
Origin and history
Karly is a modern spelling variant of Carly, which ultimately derives from the Germanic name Karl, meaning 'free man'. It emerged as a popular feminine given name in the United States in the late 20th century. Today, it remains a familiar yet moderately uncommon choice for girls.
Popularity in the United States
10,866 babies in the United States have been named Karly since 1880. It ranks #1558 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1664.
States where it is most popular
- CA (15.3 %)
- TX (8.9 %)
- PA (6.2 %)
- MI (6 %)
- OH (5.8 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 344 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,424 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,666 |
| 2000-2010 | 3,072 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,923 |
| 2020-2029 | 437 |
Famous people named Karly
- Karly Shorr: Snowboarder, Olympian
Fun facts
- Karly represents the 'K' spelling variation of Carly, influenced by the traditional spelling of Karl.
- The name gained widespread adoption in the United States during the late 1980s and 1990s.