From the walled city; fort of Luguvalium
Derived from the city of Carlisle in Cumbria, England. The name originally stems from the Brythonic 'Luguvalium', meaning 'the city of Luguvalos', combined with the Old Welsh 'caer' meaning 'fort' or 'stronghold'.
About 36 boys were named Carlisle in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The compassionate vampire patriarch of the Cullen family · Twilight series
Renowned American opera composer
Influential Scottish philosopher, satirical writer, and historian
Former West Indian international cricketer
