Carly
boy nameCarly entered the US charts in 1973, peaked at #3268 in 1986, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1973–2025
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rank today
#3268
peak (1986)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4454 |
| 1980s | #4167 |
| 1990s | #7466 |
| 2000s | #9233 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Carly are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Carly alive today was born around 1989, making them about 36 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Carly in 2025?
- Carly is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Carly most popular?
- Carly peaked in 1986, reaching #3268 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Carly with classmates?
- Carly will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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