Karlee
Meaning
variant of Carly, feminine form of Carl, from Germanic karl, "man"
Popularity, 1890–2024
Shape drawn from US Social Security baby-name records. Karlee peaked in the 2000s and the 2010s in nearly equal measure.
When you meet Karlee
Most people given the name Karlee in the United States are teenagers or young adults today.
Estimated from US Social Security birth registrations and typical lifespans; a rough guide, not a rule.
The Karlee deep dive
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