Rohan vs Carl

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rohan

Boy #842 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sandalwood tree"

Origin: Sanskrit

Cultural Roots

Indian Irish English South Asian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#842
Total SSA Count
291
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Rohan Rank #842
Carl Rank #1,035

Rohan is more popular, ranked #842 vs #1035 for Carl.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rohan or Carl more popular?

Rohan is more popular, ranked #842 compared to Carl at #1035 in the United States.

What do Rohan and Carl mean?

Rohan means "sandalwood tree" (Sanskrit origin). Carl means "free man" (Old High German 'karl' origin).

Are Rohan and Carl boy or girl names?

Rohan is primarily a boy name. Carl is primarily a boy name.

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