Carlene
Carlene: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Carlene
- A female given name from the Germanic languages.
Etymology
A 20th-century coinage from Carl and the ending -ene, -lene, as in Marlene and Charlene.
How popular is Carlene?
Since 1880, 15,225 girls in the U.S. have been named Carlene. Its highest rank for girls was #378 in 1936. In 2025, 5 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Carlene
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Sibling name ideas for Carlene
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Carlene FAQ
What does the name Carlene mean?
A female given name from the Germanic languages. A 20th-century coinage from Carl and the ending -ene, -lene, as in Marlene and Charlene.
What is the origin of the name Carlene?
Carlene is listed as a name of Germanic origin.
How popular is the name Carlene?
Since 1880, 15,225 girls in the U.S. have been named Carlene. Its highest rank for girls was #378 in 1936. In 2025, 5 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Carlene a boy or girl name?
Carlene is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 15,225 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.