Karlis
boy nameKarlis entered the US charts in 1950, peaked at #3537 in 1966, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1950–2025
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rank today
#3537
peak (1966)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3681 |
| 1960s | #3800 |
| 1980s | #5531 |
| 2000s | #12367 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Karlis are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Karlis alive today was born around 1981, making them about 44 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Karlis in 2025?
- Karlis is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Karlis most popular?
- Karlis peaked in 1966, reaching #3537 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Karlis with classmates?
- Karlis will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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