Karlo
“Free man.” — Associated with nobility and chivalry
Croatia origin · Boy name
#3447US 2023
34Births / yr
↑Rising
901All-time births
📅 Since 195900
How to pronounce Karlo
kahr-lo
/kahr-lo/ · · 2 syllables
“Free man.”
Associated with nobility and chivalry · Croatia origin
What does Karlo mean and where does it come from?
Karlo is a Croatian and Italian variant of Charles, derived from the Germanic name 'Karl'. Historically, it has been associated with nobility and chivalry. The name Karlo has been borne by various notable figures, particularly in the regions of Croatia and Italy, including historical kings and moder
Cultural significance
Karlo has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Croatia-speaking communities, where it reflects values of free man..
Peak popularity
Reached #2777 in 1985 — currently #3447 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Karlo?
Karlo works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Karlo Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Karlo Rose
Floral · soft ending
Karlo Mae
Sweet · timeless
Karlo Claire
French influence · crisp
Karlo Jane
Literary · strong
Karlo Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Karlo right now?
Rising fast — up 208 spots — currently #3447 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Karlo
Karlo entered American naming records in 1959 and has been in use for over 65 years. With 901 total births recorded, Karlo remains relatively uncommon.
Names that peaked alongside Karlo in 1985:
Karlo by decade
Karlo peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1950s | 6 | |
| 1960s | 6 | |
| 1970s | 82 | |
| 1980s | 115 | |
| 1990s | 148 | |
| 2000s ★ | 272 | |
| 2010s | 254 | |
| 2020s | 18 |
Karlo has only 901 total recorded births since 1959 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Karlo?
ENGLISH
CharleyCharlieChasChazChipChuck
FINNISH
Kalle
FRENCH
Charlot
HUNGARIAN
Karcsi
What names sound and feel like Karlo?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Karlo also consider these
How is Karlo written in other languages?
What are the girl versions of Karlo?
Charlize AFRIKAANSCarolina ANCIENT GERMANICCarla CATALANKarla CROATIANKarolina CROATIANLina CROATIANKája CZECHKarolína CZECHCaroline DANISHCharlotte DANISHIna DANISHKarla DANISHKarolina DANISHKaroline DANISHLina DANISHLine DANISHLotte DANISHCarla DUTCHCarola DUTCHCarolien DUTCHCaroline DUTCHCharlotte DUTCHLien DUTCHLotte DUTCHCalleigh ENGLISHCallie ENGLISHCari ENGLISHCarla ENGLISHCarlene ENGLISHCarley ENGLISHCarlie ENGLISHCarly ENGLISHCarlyn ENGLISHCarol ENGLISHCarolina ENGLISHCaroline ENGLISHCarolyn ENGLISHCarrie ENGLISHCarry ENGLISHCaryl ENGLISHCharla ENGLISHCharleen ENGLISHCharlene ENGLISHCharlotte ENGLISHIna ENGLISHKallie ENGLISHKarlee ENGLISHKarlene ENGLISHKarly ENGLISHKarolyn ENGLISHKarrie ENGLISHLina ENGLISHLottie ENGLISHSharla ENGLISHSharleen ENGLISHSharlene ENGLISHTottie ENGLISHTotty ENGLISHIina FINNISHKaroliina FINNISHLiina FINNISHLotta FINNISHCarole FRENCHCaroline FRENCHCharline FRENCHCharlotte FRENCHLine FRENCHCarla GERMANCarola GERMANCarolin GERMANCaroline GERMANCharlotte GERMANIna GERMANKarla GERMANKarola GERMANKarolina GERMANKaroline GERMANLotte GERMANKarola HUNGARIANKarolina HUNGARIANLili HUNGARIANSéarlait IRISHCarla ITALIANCarlotta ITALIANCarola ITALIANCarolina ITALIANLina ITALIANKarolina LITHUANIANLina LITHUANIANKarolina MACEDONIANCaroline NORWEGIANCharlotte NORWEGIANIna NORWEGIANKarla NORWEGIANKarolina NORWEGIANKaroline NORWEGIANLina NORWEGIANLine NORWEGIANLotte NORWEGIANKarolina POLISHCarla PORTUGUESECarlota PORTUGUESECarolina PORTUGUESEKarolina SLOVENECarla SPANISHCarlota SPANISHCarolina SPANISHCarola SWEDISHCarolina SWEDISHCaroline SWEDISHCharlotta SWEDISHCharlotte SWEDISHIna SWEDISHKarla SWEDISHKarolina SWEDISHLina SWEDISHLotta SWEDISHLotte SWEDISHLottie SWEDISHCharlemagne HISTORY
Common questions about the name Karlo
What does the name Karlo mean?
Karlo means "Free man." — a name rooted in Croatia tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Karlo?
Karlo is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Karlo have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Karlo?
Karlo originates from Croatia tradition. Croatia names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Karlo trending right now?
Karlo is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.
Is Karlo a common or rare name?
Karlo is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
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