Karel: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A free person, strong and independent.
- Origin
- Czech
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #12950
- Peak
- #2657 in 1934
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Karel Means
Karel is a unisex name of Czech origin. A free person, strong and independent.
How Popular Karel Is
Karel currently ranks #12950 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #2657 in 1934. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Karel
- Karel is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- It's a timeless classic that never goes out of style.
Names Like Karel
Other Czech names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Karel
Czech names that pair well as a brother or sister to Karel.
Questions About Karel
What does Karel mean?
Karel is a unisex name of Czech origin. A free person, strong and independent.
How popular is Karel?
Karel currently ranks #12950 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #2657 in 1934. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Karel come from?
Karel comes from Czech roots. Karel is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
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