Carlos
Carlos is a Christian boy name of Germanic, via Spanish origin, meaning “Free man”.
| Meaning | Free man |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Germanic, via Spanish |
| Pronunciation | KAHR-lohs |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Spain, Mexico, Brazil, Colombia |
Meaning and origin of Carlos
Carlos is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Charles, which comes from the Germanic 'karl', meaning a free man or a man in the general sense. The name was spread across Europe by the fame of Charlemagne, 'Charles the Great'. In Spain it became a royal name with Carlos I, also Holy Roman Emperor as Charles V, and later kings including Juan Carlos I. It is one of the most familiar male names in the Spanish-speaking world.
Is Carlos a Christian name?
Carlos is not biblical, but it is linked in Catholic tradition with Saint Charles Borromeo, a sixteenth-century cardinal of the Counter-Reformation.
How popular is Carlos?
Extremely common throughout Spain, Portugal and Latin America.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Carlos mean?
Carlos means 'Free man'. It is of Germanic, via Spanish origin.
Is Carlos a Christian name?
Carlos is not biblical, but it is linked in Catholic tradition with Saint Charles Borromeo, a sixteenth-century cardinal of the Counter-Reformation.
How do you pronounce Carlos?
Carlos is pronounced KAHR-lohs.
Is Carlos a boy or girl name?
Carlos is usually a boy name.