Karlson
Pronunciation: [ k-AHRLS-uhn ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Karlson first appeared in US Social Security records in 2012.
Over 11 babies have been named Karlson in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Karlson is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #24,344 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #24,344
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
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Old English/Latin origin
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About the Name Karlson
Karlson is a boy name .
Karlson is currently ranked #24,344 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Karlson include Kar, Kay, Karie, and Karlie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Karlson include Karl, Karlo, Karlos . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis