Karlan
Boy nameKarlan has been given to 50 babies in the U.S. since 1959. It peaked in 1959. In 2025, about 1 in 341,615 boys was named Karlan.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
50
Peak year
1959 (7 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1959
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Karlan — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Karlan.
Sibling name ideas for Karlan
Same era and popularity as Karlan, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Karlan?
Karlan has been given to 50 babies in the U.S. since 1959. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Karlan peak?
Karlan peaked in 1959, when 7 babies were given the name.
Is Karlan a girl or boy name?
Karlan is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Karlan are boys).
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