The baby name Carala is a Female name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced kə-RAH-lə (IPA: /kəˈrɑːlə/).
The baby name Carala is a Female name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced kə-RAH-lə (IPA: /kəˈrɑːlə/).
Carala is in Origin.
Carala is a modern feminine given name, likely formed by blending Cara with the -la ending or viewed as a rare bridge between Carla and Carola. Cara derives from Latin carus “dear, beloved,” familiar via Italian and Irish usage, while Carla/Carola descend from the Germanic Karl/Carolus “free man,” used for centuries across Europe. Together these strands allow Carala to carry readings such as “beloved” and “free,” or “beloved free one.”
Use of Carala is sparse but visible from the late 20th century onward, primarily in English-speaking contexts where elaborated and hybrid names have flourished. It sits alongside related forms and potential variants such as Cara, Carla/Karla, Carola, Carole, Caroline, and Caralee; diminutives include Cara and Lala. Comparable names with similar meanings include Charlotte, Caroline, and Carina. Spelling variants occasionally seen include Karala.
Carala is a genuine rarity. We hold just 12 recorded uses of it, from 6 countries.
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR | Girls | 0 | #573 | 1 | 11,342 |
| BO | Girls | 0 | #651 | 1 | 9,488 |
| BR | Boys | 0 | #784 | 2 | 12,213 |
| CL | Girls | 0 | #915 | 1 | 14,098 |
| BR | Girls | 0 | #988 | 5 | 12,708 |
| PE | Girls | 0 | #1,010 | 1 | 14,861 |
| MX | Girls | 0 | #1,267 | 1 | 17,781 |
Carala is popular in 6 countries — most recent births per country:
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