Carling
c(a)-rli-ng,
car-ling
US Popularity:12090
Origin:Irish
Meaning:Belonging to Karl; Old woman; Descendant of Caireallán
Carling is a gender-neutral name inspired by several last names, opening this moniker up to a world of potential. More than a brand of beer, Carling has Irish, English, Swedish, and German origins. Its Irish roots link it to the surnameÓ Cairealláin, which means "descendant of Caireallán." From the Middle English carling, Carling adopts the meaning "old woman." In Swedish, Carling means "belonging to Carl." In German, Carling is a variant of Karling and serves as a habitational last name for a place in Bavaria. A moniker that traverses Europe and the UK, Carling is well-traveled and well-known.
How Popular Is The Name Carling?
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
1999
Gender:
Girl
#14809
in 1999
- 284
from 1998
Sources
Name Doctor, Carling
Ancestry, Carling Family History
Library Ireland, Ó Cairealláin
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