Carlo
Carlo is a Christian boy name of Germanic, via Italian origin, meaning “Free man”.
| Meaning | Free man |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Germanic, via Italian |
| Pronunciation | KAR-loh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Italy, Switzerland |
Meaning and origin of Carlo
Carlo is the Italian form of Charles, from the Germanic karl, 'man' or 'free man'. Charlemagne, Charles the Great, made the name famous across Europe. Saint Charles Borromeo, a sixteenth-century archbishop of Milan, made Carlo especially popular in Italy. Well-known bearers include the conductor Carlo Maria Giulini and Blessed Carlo Acutis, the young Italian known for his computer skills and devotion.
Is Carlo a Christian name?
Carlo is a common Italian Catholic name, honouring Saint Charles Borromeo and, more recently, Carlo Acutis.
How popular is Carlo?
Traditional and still used in Italy.
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Spellings and variants of Carlo
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Carlo mean?
Carlo means 'Free man'. It is of Germanic, via Italian origin.
Is Carlo a Christian name?
Carlo is a common Italian Catholic name, honouring Saint Charles Borromeo and, more recently, Carlo Acutis.
How do you pronounce Carlo?
Carlo is pronounced KAR-loh.
Is Carlo a boy or girl name?
Carlo is usually a boy name.