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Karla

KAR-luh

Karla is a girl’s name of Germanic origin, meaning “The feminine form of Karl, meaning 'free man'. A variant of the more common Carla.”. It currently ranks #730 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1964.

Letters5
Syllables2
OriginGermanic

What Karla Means

The feminine form of Karl, meaning 'free man'. A variant of the more common Carla.

The Story of Karla

This name, born from the strength of 'free men,' carries an independent spirit that echoes through generations of determined women.

Karla is the feminine form of Karl, a name of Germanic origin meaning 'free man.' It is a European variation of Carla, a name that spread from Germanic tribes across the continent and eventually to the Americas. This name has a long tradition of signifying self-reliance and autonomy, carried through centuries.

There is a confidence inherent in 'Karla' that you see already in your daughter's spirit. When you write this name, you are acknowledging a strength that is both resolute and inherently free. It's a name that feels solid and self-assured, like a steady anchor in your life.

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

  • Karla Souza

    Mexican actress known for How to Get Away.

  • Karla DeVito

    American singer and actress.

Personality Traits

IndependentStrongDeterminedConfident

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Peak Year

#2,066 in 1964

Total Births

91,550

First Recorded

1915

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