US Popularity:5739
Origin:British
Meaning:From the protected tower, from the walled city, fort at Luguvalium
Carlisle is a gender-neutral name of Old English origin, meaning "from the protected tower," "from the walled city," and "The City of Luguvalium." More commonly given as a surname, Carlisle was gifted its meaning by the British town sharing the same name. Located south of the Scottish border, Carlisle is often nicknamed the "Great Border City" and is known as a commercial and industrial hub in the Borderlands. Young adult fiction buffs will swoon at Carlisle's connection with the cult classic Twilight. Carlisle Cullen was a compassionate, calm, and educated character who offered guidance to those who crossed his path. A melodic-sounding name and etymology like this reminds baby Carlisle that they are always protected and safe.

Carlisle Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Carlisle is currently #3021 on The Bump
Boy:Carlisle is currently #2060 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Carlisle is currently #1673 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Carlisle is currently #5739 in U.S. births
Boy:Carlisle is currently #7094 in U.S. births
Girl:Carlisle is currently #15862 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#15864
in 2022
- 1054
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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