Karlee
Germanic · Girl · 1 syllable
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About the name Karlee
Karlee is a modern English feminine variation of the name Charles, derived from the Germanic root "Karl" meaning "man" or "free man." The name combines the traditional masculine form with the feminine suffix "-lee" or "-ly," creating a contemporary gendered variant.
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Etymology
Karlee is a modern English feminine variation of the name Charles, derived from the Germanic root "Karl" meaning "man" or "free man." The name combines the traditional masculine form with the feminine suffix "-lee" or "-ly," creating a contemporary gendered variant.
The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in the United States and Australia from the late 20th century onward, with no specific religious affiliation or significant historical context beyond being part of the modern trend of feminizing traditionally masculine names.
Karlee currently ranks #1,898 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2008.
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