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Carlene

kar-LEEN

Popularity

#8520

falling

Letters

7

Syllables

2

Origin

Germanic

Total Births

15,219

Peak Year

#370 in 1955

First Recorded

1895

Style

Vintage, Strong & Bold

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

A feminine form of Carl, which is derived from the Germanic name Karl, meaning 'free man'.

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Famous Namesakes

  • Carlene Carter

    American country music singer

Nicknames

CarlaCarlieLena

Spelling Variations

CarolineCarolinaCarlina

Similar Names

CharleneArleneColleenEileen

Personality Traits

IndependentStrong-willedFree-spiritedIntelligent

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