Carthel
Carthel is a boy baby name. Ranked #20,162 in the US, popular nicknames include Car, Cay, and Carie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Carthel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 6 babies have been named Carthel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Carthel is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #20,162 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #20,162
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
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About the Name Carthel
Carthel is a boy name .
Carthel is currently ranked #20,162 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Carthel include Car, Cay, Carie, and Cartie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Carthel include Carter, Cartier . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis