Carla
girl name#1082 in 2025Carla entered the US charts in 1890, peaked at #76 in 1965, ranks #1082 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1890–2025
#1082
rank today
#76
peak (1965)
223
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1308 |
| 1900s | #1624 |
| 1910s | #1762 |
| 1920s | #1232 |
| 1930s | #443 |
| 1940s | #239 |
| 1950s | #135 |
| 1960s | #84 |
| 1970s | #119 |
| 1980s | #195 |
| 1990s | #334 |
| 2000s | #493 |
| 2010s | #870 |
| 2020s | #1021 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Carla has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 133,000 people named Carla are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Carla alive today was born around 1966, making them about 59 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Carla in 2025?
- Carla ranks #1082 among US girl names in 2025, with 223 babies given the name.
- When was the name Carla most popular?
- Carla peaked in 1965, reaching #76 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Carla with classmates?
- Carla will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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