Free man
Carlitos is a Spanish diminutive of Carlos, which is derived from the Germanic name Karl. It literally translates to 'little Charles' or 'little Carlos' and carries the historical meaning of a free man who was not of noble birth but held legal rights.
About 11 boys were named Carlitos in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The titular protagonist and former drug kingpin · Carlito's Way
The Spanish-language name for Chuckie Finster · Rugrats
Argentine footballer often affectionately called Carlitos
