Boy name
Carlo name meaning
“free man”
Carlo is an Italian boys’ name meaning “free man.” It is the Italian form of Charles or Karl, derived from the Germanic word karl, meaning “man” or “free man.” The name also has a tradition of use through saints’ names alongside its connection to Charles and Karl.
What does Carlo mean?
Free man
In Indonesian: laki-laki merdeka
Origin and cultural usage of Carlo
The Italian form of Charles or Karl, from Germanic karl, 'man or free man'. Its use also has a tradition through saints' names.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Name combinations with Carlo
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Carlo, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Carlo: free man
- Valentino: strong, healthy
- Dave: beloved
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Meaning of each word
- Carlo: free man
- Justin: just, upright
- Mike: who is like God?
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Carlo Tinus
Meaning of each word
- Carlo: free man
- Tinus: of Mars; great, venerable
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Meaning of each word
- Yoksan: catcher, trapper
- Carlo: free man
- Arnoldus: eagle strength or power
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Carlo Siprianus
Meaning of each word
- Carlo: free man
- Siprianus: from the island of Cyprus
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Meaning of each word
- Carlo: free man
- Stevie: crown or wreath of honor
- Kristo: the anointed one
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How to pronounce Carlo
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦕꦂꦭꦺꦴ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮎᮁᮜᮧ |
Is Carlo a boy’s name?
Yes, Carlo is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Carlo ranks #2,770 among boy names in our data sample (6 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Carlo
Famous people named Carlo
- Carlo Saba · b. 1968
- Carlo Brix Tewu · b. 1962
- Carlo Tabalujan · b. 1924
- Carlo Milk · b. 1993
- Carlo Gambino Hutahayan · b. 1976
- Carlo Syah Gumilar · b. 2004
FAQ about the name Carlo
What is the meaning of Carlo?
Carlo means free man. The Italian form of Charles or Karl, from Germanic karl, 'man or free man'. Its use also has a tradition through saints' names.
Is Carlo a boy’s name?
Yes, Carlo is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Carlo?
Carlo is of European origin.
How many syllables does Carlo have?
Carlo has 2 syllables (Car-lo) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Carlo?
Carlo ranks #2,770 among boy names in our data sample (6 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Carlo?
Some ideas: Carlo Valentino Dave; Carlo Justin Mike; Carlo Tinus.
Famous people named Carlo?
Notable people named Carlo include Carlo Saba, Carlo Brix Tewu, Carlo Tabalujan.
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