UnisexCzech origin

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)

1916: #305719161920: #308219201930: #380819301940: #370919401950: #395419501970: #508819701980: #590519801990: #679819902000: #1130320002005: #543620052010: #845220102015: #1008220152020: #129502020#1#12950

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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