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Carlo
Free man
Origin
Germanic
Used in
it
Popularity
#45 in the Italian baby-name ranking
Origin and meaning of Carlo
Carlo comes from the Germanic Karl, 'free man' or simply 'man,' made famous across Europe by Charlemagne, the first Holy Roman Emperor. It thus became a supremely regal name, borne by kings and emperors of many dynasties. In Italy it is a much-loved masculine classic, while the forms Charles, Carlos and Karl dominate the English-, Spanish- and German-speaking worlds. It evokes authority, tradition and a frank, independent character.
Variants around the world
How Carlo sounds in other languages.
CharlesCarlosKarlKárolyKarel
Famous people
- Carlo Collodi— writer
- Carlo Rubbia— physicist
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Carlo mean?
The name Carlo means Free man.
What is the origin of the name Carlo?
Origin of Carlo: Germanic.
What are the international variants of the name Carlo?
International variants of Carlo: Charles, Carlos, Karl, Károly, and Karel.