Carly Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Carly is listed in our database as a boy name of Gaelic origin. Its recorded meaning is “Diminutive of Carlin: Small champion”.

Carly Name at a Glance

Name Carly
Meaning Diminutive of Carlin: Small champion.
Origin Gaelic
Gender Boy

What Does the Name Carly Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Carly means “Diminutive of Carlin: Small champion”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Carly Name Origin

Our database records Carly under Gaelic origin. Browse more Gaelic baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Carly a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Carly is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Carly

When considering Carly for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.

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