Carlin
KAR-lin
Popularity
#7641
Letters
6
Syllables
2
Origin
Irish
Total Births
4,535
Peak Year
#107 in 1998
First Recorded
1905
Style
Earthy & Bohemian, Strong & Bold
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
An Irish surname used as a given name, derived from the Gaelic *Cairlin*, a diminutive of *cár*, meaning 'champion'.
Gender Split
Numerology
The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Famous Namesakes
George Carlin
American stand-up comedian, actor, and author.
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