Karla
Karla: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Karla
- A female given name from the Germanic languages, masculine equivalent Karl.
Etymology
By surface analysis, Karl + -a.
How popular is Karla?
Since 1880, 91,586 girls and 309 boys in the U.S. have been named Karla (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #175 in 2002. Its highest rank for boys was #2695 in 1965. In 2025 it ranked #803 for girls, with 340 babies given the name.
Names similar to Karla
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Sibling name ideas for Karla
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Karla FAQ
What does the name Karla mean?
A female given name from the Germanic languages, masculine equivalent Karl. By surface analysis, Karl + -a.
What is the origin of the name Karla?
Karla is listed as a name of Germanic origin.
How popular is the name Karla?
Since 1880, 91,586 girls and 309 boys in the U.S. have been named Karla (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #175 in 2002. Its highest rank for boys was #2695 in 1965. In 2025 it ranked #803 for girls, with 340 babies given the name.
Is Karla a boy or girl name?
Karla is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 91,586 girls and 309 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.