Karel
Dutch · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Karel
Karel means "man" or "free man" and derives from the Germanic root "Karl," which evolved through Latin and Romance languages into various forms including Charles and Carlo.
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Etymology
Karel means "man" or "free man" and derives from the Germanic root "Karl," which evolved through Latin and Romance languages into various forms including Charles and Carlo. The name is primarily used in Czech, Slovak, and Dutch cultures, with significant historical presence in Central and Eastern Europe; it was borne by notable figures including Karel Čapek (Czech writer) and multiple Central European royalty.
Karel currently ranks #11,939 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1939.
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