Karla
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
91,550 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1964 Peak Popularity Year
2,066 Peak Births

Karla Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Karla is a name of Germanic origin, meaning 'free woman'. It has evolved through historical forms like Carlus and Karl, reflecting a transition from masculine to feminine usage. The name is perceived positively today, often associated with strength and independence, and has gained popularity since the 20th century. There is no biblical relevance linked to this name.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Karla"

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Pronunciation

/ˈkɑːr.lə/

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Origin

Germanic

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Etymology

Karla is derived from the Germanic name 'Karl', which means 'free man' or 'man'. The feminine form 'Karla' is a variation that evolved from the masculine name.

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Meaning

free woman

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Language Evolution

Carlus, Carl, Karla

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Historical Usage

Karla gained popularity in the 20th century, becoming a common name in various cultures, especially in German-speaking countries and later in English-speaking regions.

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Variants & Derivatives

Carla, Karly, Karlyn

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Karla is viewed as a modern and strong name, often associated with independence and strength.

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Famous People

Karla Homolka, a Canadian serial killer, Karla Bonoff, an American singer-songwriter, Karla Souza, a Mexican actress

📊 Karla Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Karla Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Highly Popular name with 2,066 peak births in 1964

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in South Dakota

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 11 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Same Pronunciation Names for "Karla" - Complete Guide (1 Names)

Discover the ultimate list of homophone names and same pronunciation names that sound identical to "Karla". These names share the same pronunciation but may have different spellings, offering alternative options for parents seeking similar-sounding names. Whether you're looking for American or British pronunciation variations, this comprehensive guide includes 1 carefully curated names that maintain the same phonetic sound.

Why explore same pronunciation names? Many parents search for homophone names to find alternative spellings that might be more unique or culturally significant. This ultimate list covers both American and British pronunciation patterns, ensuring you find the perfect variation of "Karla" that fits your preferences.

Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Karla"

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 "Karla"

"Karla" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 5396th of 7552 25
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 4718th of 10718 76
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 4984th of 16616 145
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 11483rd of 24088 63
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 4467th of 9107 71
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 726th of 9204 1,782
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 239th of 12526 22,879
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 227th of 19264 20,569
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 270th of 27321 16,653
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 225th of 35406 23,355
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 613th of 30306 5,932

Regional Popularity of "Karla" 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)
- - - 60.78%
2458th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - 67.60%
3511th/5194
36.17%
2285th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - 63.81%
4762nd/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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Regional Popularity of "Karla" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
30.60%
473rd/1546
53.02%
825th/1556
51.64%
1215th/2353
29.22%
452nd/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
7.81%
174th/2227
14.77%
359th/2430
11.22%
320th/2853
7.75%
215th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
5.55%
163rd/2937
10.39%
362nd/3483
7.08%
249th/3518
5.04%
204th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
9.80%
361st/3685
9.34%
418th/4475
5.16%
268th/5194
2.69%
170th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
9.25%
424th/4582
7.16%
370th/5164
2.87%
210th/7313
1.89%
141st/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
24.80%
988th/3984
15.27%
685th/4487
8.47%
578th/6822
7.50%
471st/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Karla"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Karla" 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.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Karla" in the United States

The name Karla is most popular in South Dakota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Karla has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, 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 male in South, falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, falling for female in West. Across generations, 'Karla' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5396th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4718th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4984th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11483rd out of 24088 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4467th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 726th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 239th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 227th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 270th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 225th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 613th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Karla' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Infographic: Karla name meaning, origin, and popularity trends in the United States (US baby name analysis chart)
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