Karel
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Strong
- Origin
- Dutch
Karel Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 601 baby boys have been named Karel. The name peaked in 2023 with 22 US births that year (rank #4668). In 2024, ranked #9392 nationally — 4,724 places below its 2023 peak.
Top States for Karel
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Karel births are: Florida (10), California (7), Texas (6).
Other Dutch-Origin Names Like Karel
If you like Karel's Dutch origin, consider these related names: Adriaan, Adrie, Ambrosius, Anke, Annemie. Browse all Dutch names →
5-Letter Names Starting with K
Names with Karel's exact length and starting letter: Kaage, Kacee, Kacey, Kacia, Kacie.
Quick Facts About Karel
Variant Forms
Famous People Named Karel
1 notable figure from history and culture who share the name Karel.
- Karel Appel was an expressionist Dutch painter.
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Compare Karel to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Karel against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).