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Origin: Latin

Meaning: Free man

Help baby embrace their inner freedom with the name Karly. With Latin and Old Germanic roots, this feminine name means “free man.” The definition comes from the masculine names from which Karly is derived, Charles and Karl. The feminine versions of these names, Carly and Karla, then inspired this fun respelling. Regardless of gender, with a name like this, your little one will come to value their inner power and privilege of free thought. They can follow every dream, take a chance on every whim, and become whoever they want to be.