Carl

Carl is of Germanic origin, derived from the name Karl, meaning "man" or "free man."

Notable Namesakes

• Carl Sagan - Astronomer, author, and science communicator.
• Carl Jung - Psychiatrist and founder of analytical psychology.
• Carl Lewis - Track and field athlete, multiple Olympic gold medals.
• Carl Bernstein - Investigative journalist, Watergate scandal coverage.
• Carl Cox - DJ and electronic music producer.
• Carl Froch - Professional boxer, multiple world champion titles.
• Carl Perkins - Rock and roll musician, "Blue Suede Shoes" hit.
• Carl Weathers - Actor, known for "Rocky" and "Predator."
• Carl Reiner - Actor, comedian, director, "The Dick Van Dyke Show."
• Carl Gustav Mannerheim - Finnish military leader and statesman.

Complementary Names / Brothers

Boy names closely related to Carl

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Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Carl