The baby name Karlee is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced KAR-lee (IPA: /ˈkɑrli/).
Karlee is English in Origin.
The baby name Karlee is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced KAR-lee (IPA: /ˈkɑrli/).
Karlee is English in Origin.
Karlee is a modern American respelling of Carly, itself a diminutive of Carla or Caroline, the feminine counterparts of Carl/Charles. The lineage traces to the Germanic name Karl, meaning "free man," often softened to "free person" or "free woman" in feminine usage. Through French and English, Karl produced Charles, from which many feminine forms derive.
The -lee ending reflects contemporary English naming fashions and the influence of the surname Lee, aligning Karlee with Kaylee, Ashlee, and similar forms. Use of Karlee grew in the late 20th century across the United States and other English-speaking regions, and it remains a recognizable but modern-leaning choice. Variant spellings include Carlee, Karley, Karlie, Karli, Karleigh, Carlie, Carly, and Carley; related cognates based on the same root are Carla, Karla, Caroline, Carolina, and Charlotte. The name carries a bright, youthful vibe while preserving the classic meaning of personal freedom.
| Karlee Perez Karlee Perez is best known for her role as Catrina on the television series Lucha Underground, where she captivated audiences with her dynamic performance. An accomplished actor, she has also appeared in shows like 'The Cell' and 'Seized'. Born in 1986 in the United States, Karlee has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry. |
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ireland | Girls | 2015 | #1 | — | 945 |
| CR | 0 | #165 | 1 | 5,526 | |
| Canada | Girls | 2024 | #280 | 6 | 2,795 |
| PH | Boys | 0 | #408 | 1 | 11,440 |
| OM | Girls | 0 | #424 | 1 | 15,987 |
| IQ | Girls | 0 | #525 | 1 | 11,303 |
| CR | Girls | 0 | #570 | 4 | 11,342 |
| SG | Girls | 0 | #631 | 2 | 18,916 |
| United States | Girls | 2024 | #797 | 120 | 8,487 |
| KW | Boys | 0 | #805 | 2 | 18,755 |
| NG | Girls | 0 | #822 | 5 | 15,093 |
| EG | Girls | 0 | #1,009 | 1 | 14,742 |
| MY | Girls | 0 | #1,071 | 2 | 24,821 |
| CO | Girls | 0 | #1,152 | 1 | 16,140 |
| ZA | Girls | 0 | #1,236 | 1 | 25,928 |
| TR | 0 | #1,252 | 3 | 19,440 | |
| MX | Girls | 0 | #1,260 | 8 | 17,781 |
| SA | Boys | 0 | #1,691 | 1 | 28,008 |
Karlee is popular in 16 countries — most recent births per country:
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