Karlye
Karlye is a girl baby name. Ranked #61,216 in the US, popular nicknames include Kar, Kay, and Karie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Karlye first appeared in US Social Security records in 1973.
Over 384 babies have been named Karlye in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Karlye is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #61,216 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #61,216
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Nicknames
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About the Name Karlye
Karlye is a girl name .
Karlye is currently ranked #61,216 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Karlye include Kar, Kay, Karie, and Karlie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Karlye include Karla, Karlee, Karlie, Karly, Karli . 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