Carla
Pronunciation: KAHR-lə (key)
Origin of the name Carla:
A feminine form of Carl and Charles, both of which are derived from the Old English ceorl (man, freeman, peasant). Var: Karla. Pet: Carley, Carli, Carly, Karley, Karli, Karly.
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Global Popularity of the Name Carla
- #5 in Spain
- #87 in Germany
- #125 in Scotland
- #584 in United States
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