Genesis vs Carl

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Genesis

Boy #1,149 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"beginning, origin"

Origin: Hebrew via Greek

American Latino Christian

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Boy #1,035 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"free man"

Origin: Old High German 'karl'

English American German Scandinavian

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Genesis Rank #1,149

Carl Rank #1,035

Carl is more popular, ranked #1035 vs #1149 for Genesis.

Is Genesis or Carl more popular?

Carl is more popular, ranked #1035 compared to Genesis at #1149 in the United States.

What do Genesis and Carl mean?

Genesis means "beginning, origin" (Hebrew via Greek origin). Carl means "free man" (Old High German 'karl' origin).

Are Genesis and Carl boy or girl names?

Genesis is primarily a boy name. Carl is primarily a boy name.