Carel

What does the baby name Carel mean? Learn about what Carel means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Carel - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Carel
C-A-R-E-L, is a 5-letter male given name.
Pronunciation of Carel
kah rell
Meaning of Carel
Strong.
Origin of Carel
The name 'Carel' has its roots in the Dutch language. It is a variant of the name Carl, which is derived from the Germanic name Karl. The Germanic name Karl was originally derived from the Old Norse name Karl, meaning 'free man' or 'manly'. The name 'Carel' first appeared in the Netherlands and has since spread to other countries around the world.
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Similar Names, Nicknames, & Spelling Variations of Carel
Alcuin
Cahil
Cale
Carl
Carleton
Carlo
Carlos
Carrol
Carroll
Cary
Caryl
Cathal
Chad
Charles
Charlie
Charlot
Charlton
Chas
Chaz
Chick
Chip
Chuck
Karl
Karoly
Tearlach
Popularity of Carel
The popularity of the name 'Carel' has varied over time. In the Netherlands, it has been a moderately popular name for several decades. However, it has not gained widespread popularity in other countries. There have been no notable spikes in usage of the name 'Carel' in recent years.
Carel currently has 1 like, and is in the top 14% of liked boy's names. The name Dakarai is slightly more popular than Carel.

Etymology of Carel

The etymology of the name 'Carel' can be traced back to the Germanic word 'karlaz', which means 'free man' or 'manly'. This word eventually evolved into the Old Norse name Karl, which then gave rise to the German name Karl and its variants, including 'Carel'.

Cultural Significance of Carel

The name 'Carel' does not have any specific cultural significance. However, it is commonly used in Dutch-speaking countries, where it is seen as a strong and masculine name. In these cultures, the name 'Carel' is often associated with qualities such as independence, determination, and resilience.