Carl vs Barron

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
Barron Rank #1,016

Barron is more popular, ranked #1016 vs #1035 for Carl.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carl or Barron more popular?

Barron is more popular, ranked #1016 compared to Carl at #1035 in the United States.

What do Carl and Barron mean?

Carl means "free man" (Old High German 'karl' origin). Barron means "young warrior, free man" (Germanic origin).

Are Carl and Barron boy or girl names?

Carl is primarily a boy name. Barron is primarily a boy name.

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