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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Karoly

Man, free man

Pronunciation: KAHR-oh-lee (/kɑːroʊli/)

Boy Name Biblical origin Popularity 50
Meaning
Man, free man
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
13
Lucky Day
(Saturday)
Lucky Stone
(Carnelian)
Life Path
11
Popularity Score
50
Language
English, Hungarian
Lucky Colors: RedYellow

What does Karoly mean?

The Magyar name Karoly is derived from the Turkic name Kar, which means 'man, free man'. In Hungarian history, Karoly Róbert (1288–1342) was a Hungarian monarch and founder of the Anjou dynasty. The name is popular in Hungary and has a rich cultural heritage.

Karoly in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
קרולי
מובוב אב תזובון בן לא ודווב בוא לחנוות בוהודוא הפרול לכות באכוון כות אחות אגון
Greek
Καρόλυ
ἀπὸ τοῦ Ἀγγλικάνου τίτλου τοῦ Ἐπισκόπου
Latin
Karoly
forma nominis Anglici Episcopi
English
Karoly
form of the Anglican bishop's name, derived from Carolus, possibly chosen by English Apostles of Jesus Christ

How to pronounce Karoly

English pronunciation
KAHR-oh-lee
Biblical pronunciation
כות אווח (Karloi) or כות אווחות (Karloiti)
IPA notation
/kɑːroʊli/

Numerology & personality

In numerology, the life path number 11 is a Master Number, representing intuition, creativity, and spiritual awakening.

Associated Traits
Strong-willedDeterminedC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual & cultural context

Symbolizes freedom and independence.

The name Karoly holds significant cultural importance in Hungary, as it was borne by one of its most renowned kings, Karoly Róbert, who established the Anjou dynasty. This monarch's reign marked a period of growth and prosperity for the Hungarian kingdom, and his legacy continues to be celebrated in Hungarian culture.

Popularity of Karoly by region

Region Country Score Year
United Kingdom UK 66 2024
Spain ES 41 2024
United States US 46 2024

Spelling variations of Karoly

Caroly

Names similar to Karoly

Frequently asked questions about Karoly

What does Karoly mean?
Karoly is derived from the Turkic word 'Kar', which means 'man, free man'.
Is Karoly a Christianity name?
Yes, Karoly is a name with Christian roots and has been used in Hungarian history and culture.
How to pronounce Karoly?
Kah-roi-lee
Is Karoly popular today?
Yes, Karoly is a popular name in Hungary.
What is the origin of Karoly?
Karoly is derived from the Turkic word 'Kar', meaning 'man, free man'.