Carle
boy nameCarle entered the US charts in 1904, peaked at #1205 in 1904, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1904–2025
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rank today
#1205
peak (1904)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1205 |
| 1910s | #3038 |
| 1920s | #2810 |
| 1930s | #2735 |
| 1940s | #3054 |
| 1950s | #2676 |
| 1960s | #3063 |
| 1970s | #4895 |
| 1980s | #5619 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Carle are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Carle alive today was born around 1938, making them about 87 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Carle in 2025?
- Carle is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Carle most popular?
- Carle peaked in 1904, reaching #1205 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Carle with classmates?
- Carle will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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