Boy name
Karel name meaning
“man, free man”
Karel is a masculine name meaning man or free man. It is a Dutch form of Karl and also occurs as a form in several other European languages. Karl comes from a Germanic word with those meanings, explaining the related name behind Karel and its linguistic origin.
What does Karel mean?
Man, free man
In Indonesian: lelaki, laki-laki merdeka
Origin and cultural usage of Karel
A Dutch and other European form of Karl, from a Germanic word meaning man or free man.
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 Karel
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Karel, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Karel as a first name
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Karel Yeremia
Interpretation
May he become a free man raised up by Yahweh.Meaning of each word
- Karel: man, free man
- Yeremia: Yahweh raises or exalts
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Karel Levi
Interpretation
May he become a free man bound together in unity.Meaning of each word
- Karel: man, free man
- Levi: joined, attached
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Karel Matthew
Interpretation
May he become a free man, a gift from God.Meaning of each word
- Karel: man, free man
- Matthew: gift from God
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Karel Andrei
Interpretation
May he become a free man, gallant and courageous.Meaning of each word
- Karel: man, free man
- Andrei: manly, brave
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Karel Yose
Interpretation
May he become a free man receiving increase from God.Meaning of each word
- Karel: man, free man
- Yose: may God add
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Interpretation
May he become a free man receiving help in his struggles.Meaning of each word
- Karel: man, free man
- Ezra: help or assistance
- Naftali: my wrestling or my struggle
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Karel Steve
Interpretation
May he become a free man wearing a crown of honor.Meaning of each word
- Karel: man, free man
- Steve: crown, wreath of honor
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Karel Nathan
Interpretation
May he become a free man who has given.Meaning of each word
- Karel: man, free man
- Nathan: he has given
Karel as a middle name
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Interpretation
May he become a beloved free man, like a descending stream.Meaning of each word
- Jordan: that which flows down
- Karel: man, free man
- Davit: beloved, dearly loved
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Interpretation
May he become a free man, God's gift with noble character.Meaning of each word
- Matthew: gift from God
- Karel: man, free man
- Patrick: nobleman, of noble descent
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Interpretation
May he become a free man like stone, with Yahweh as salvation.Meaning of each word
- Eben: stone; stone of help
- Karel: man, free man
- Yesaya: Yahweh is salvation
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Interpretation
May he become a courageous free man who upholds truth.Meaning of each word
- Andrean: brave, manly
- Karel: man, free man
- Justin: just, upright
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Interpretation
May he become a beloved free man receiving increase from God.Meaning of each word
- Dave: beloved
- Karel: man, free man
- Jose: may God add
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Interpretation
May he become a courageous free man raised up by Yahweh.Meaning of each word
- Andrew: manly, courageous
- Karel: man, free man
- Yeremia: Yahweh raises or exalts
Karel as a last name
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Interpretation
May he become a free man with help in his struggles.Meaning of each word
- Ezra: help or assistance
- Naftali: my wrestling or my struggle
- Karel: man, free man
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Frederikus Karel
Interpretation
May he become a free man and ruler who brings peace.Meaning of each word
- Frederikus: peaceful ruler
- Karel: man, free man
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Valentino Karel
Interpretation
May he become a free man who is strong and healthy.Meaning of each word
- Valentino: strong, healthy
- Karel: man, free man
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Davit Karel
Interpretation
May he become a free man who is always beloved.Meaning of each word
- Davit: beloved, dearly loved
- Karel: man, free man
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Jason Karel
Interpretation
May he become a free man who can heal.Meaning of each word
- Jason: healer, one who heals
- Karel: man, free man
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Eben Karel
Interpretation
May he become a free man pictured as a stone.Meaning of each word
- Eben: stone; stone of help
- Karel: man, free man
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How to pronounce Karel
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦏꦫꦺꦭ꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮊᮛᮨᮜ᮪ |
Is Karel a boy’s name?
Yes, Karel is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Karel ranks #691 among boy names in our data sample (29 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Karel
Famous people named Karel
- Karel Satsuit Tubun · b. 1928
- Karel Albert Ralahalu · b. 1946
- Karel Mainaky · b. 1977
- Karel Murafer · b. 1965
- Karel Susanteo · b. 1999
- Karel Frans Jacob Verboeket · b. 1902
- Karel Frederik Liem · b. 1935
- Karel Supit · b. 1917
- Karel · b. 1971
- Karel Budiman · b. 1945
- Karel Halamury · b. 1966
- Karel Inggabouw · b. 1978
FAQ about the name Karel
What is the meaning of Karel?
Karel means man, free man. A Dutch and other European form of Karl, from a Germanic word meaning man or free man.
Is Karel a boy’s name?
Yes, Karel is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Karel?
Karel is of European origin.
How many syllables does Karel have?
Karel has 2 syllables (Ka-rel) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Karel?
Karel ranks #691 among boy names in our data sample (29 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Karel?
Some ideas: Karel Yeremia; Jordan Karel Davit; Ezra Naftali Karel.
Famous people named Karel?
Notable people named Karel include Karel Satsuit Tubun, Karel Albert Ralahalu, Karel Mainaky.
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