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Carlota

kahr-LOH-tah

Carlota is a girl’s name of Spanish origin, meaning “A Spanish and Portuguese feminine form of Carl or Charles, meaning 'free man'.”. It currently ranks #2795 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2023.

Letters7
Syllables3
OriginSpanish

What Carlota Means

A Spanish and Portuguese feminine form of Carl or Charles, meaning 'free man'.

The Story of Carlota

From the Iberian Peninsula, a name echoing freedom and strength, a royal spirit waiting to unfold in your daughter.

Carlota, the graceful Spanish and Portuguese feminine form of Carl or Charles, signifies 'free man.' This name carries a legacy of independence and noble spirit, originating from the heart of Europe and spreading its influence through centuries of exploration and culture.

To utter 'Carlota' is to evoke a sense of spirited independence and innate strength. You imagine your daughter as someone who will chart her own course, her intelligence and creativity leading the way. This name carries a subtle regal quality, a reminder of her inherent worth and the freedom she embodies. Writing 'Carlota' on her first tiny crown feels like acknowledging the queenly spirit you already sense within her, a spirit of sovereign grace.

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Numerology

2

The Peacemaker

Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.

Famous Namesakes

  • Carlota Casiraghi

    Monegasque writer, editor, and member of the Casiraghi family

Personality Traits

IndependentStrongIntelligentCreative

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#66 in 2023

Total Births

2,419

First Recorded

1887

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