Karli

Karli: name meaning, origin and popularity

Meaning and origin of Karli

  • A female given name from the Germanic languages.

Etymology

A spelling variant of Carly.

How popular is Karli?

64U.S. babies in 2025
#559peak rank (1994)
10,960babies since 1880

Since 1880, 10,960 girls in the U.S. have been named Karli. Its highest rank for girls was #559 in 1994. In 2025, 64 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

18801920196020002025425 peak/yr
U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Karli FAQ

What does the name Karli mean?

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

What is the origin of the name Karli?

Karli is listed as a name of Germanic origin.

How popular is the name Karli?

Since 1880, 10,960 girls in the U.S. have been named Karli. Its highest rank for girls was #559 in 1994. In 2025, 64 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Karli a boy or girl name?

Karli is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 10,960 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.