Karla
Karla is the German and Scandinavian feminine form of Karl, derived from the Old German word meaning 'free man' or 'strong.' It carries connotations of strength and independence with a sleek, continental European flair.
Current Popularity
#730 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across multiple languages
- •Popular in German-speaking countries and Scandinavia
- •Has a crisp, no-nonsense quality that ages well
- •The 'K' spelling distinguishes it from the more common 'Carla' with a 'C'
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Statistics
91,241
Total births since 1880
1964
Peak year
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