Carl
boy name#1132 in 2025Carl entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #22 in 1894, ranks #1132 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1132
rank today
#22
peak (1894)
187
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #34 |
| 1890s | #24 |
| 1900s | #26 |
| 1910s | #25 |
| 1920s | #28 |
| 1930s | #28 |
| 1940s | #37 |
| 1950s | #47 |
| 1960s | #56 |
| 1970s | #89 |
| 1980s | #114 |
| 1990s | #216 |
| 2000s | #399 |
| 2010s | #616 |
| 2020s | #979 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Carl has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 235,000 people named Carl are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Carl alive today was born around 1945, making them about 80 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Carl in 2025?
- Carl ranks #1132 among US boy names in 2025, with 187 babies given the name.
- When was the name Carl most popular?
- Carl peaked in 1894, reaching #22 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Carl with classmates?
- Carl will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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