Karlis
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Karlis first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 72 babies have been named Karlis in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Karlis is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #42,627 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #42,627
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Karlis
Karlis is a boy name .
Karlis is currently ranked #42,627 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Karlis include Kar, Karl, Karly, Karlie, Kay, Kaie, and Karkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Karlis include Karl, Karlo, Karlos . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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