Karley

Karley: name meaning, origin and popularity

Meaning and origin of Karley

  • A female given name from the Germanic languages.

Etymology

Modern spelling variant of Carly.

How popular is Karley?

46U.S. babies in 2025
#704peak rank (1994)
7,955babies since 1880

Since 1880, 7,955 girls in the U.S. have been named Karley. Its highest rank for girls was #704 in 1994. In 2025, 46 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Karley FAQ

What does the name Karley mean?

A female given name from the Germanic languages. Modern spelling variant of Carly.

What is the origin of the name Karley?

Karley is listed as a name of Germanic origin.

How popular is the name Karley?

Since 1880, 7,955 girls in the U.S. have been named Karley. Its highest rank for girls was #704 in 1994. In 2025, 46 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Karley a boy or girl name?

Karley is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 7,955 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.