Free man
A feminine diminutive of Charles, originally derived from the Germanic word 'karl'. It signifies a person of free status, rather than a serf or noble. While less common than its counterpart Carly, this spelling offers a slightly more traditional English surname feel.
Less common today
Carley isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #378 in 1996.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Canadian figure skater and singer
English actress and musical theatre performer
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