Carl vs Arden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Carl

Boy #1,035 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"free man"

Origin: Old High German 'karl'

Cultural Roots

English American German Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,035
Total SSA Count
215
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

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Popularity Comparison

Carl Rank #1,035
Arden Rank #946

Arden is more popular, ranked #946 vs #1035 for Carl.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carl or Arden more popular?

Arden is more popular, ranked #946 compared to Carl at #1035 in the United States.

What do Carl and Arden mean?

Carl means "free man" (Old High German 'karl' origin). Arden means "great forest, eagle valley" (Celtic/Old English origin).

Are Carl and Arden boy or girl names?

Carl is primarily a boy name. Arden is primarily a boy name.

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