How Many People Are Named Carlisle?

Complete statistics for the name Carlisle: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Carlisle
Rare
Old English

Carlisle means 'hard settlement' in Old English and it's very rare, with only 1,505 people bearing this name today, making up just 1 in 219,309 Americans. Interestingly, the name peaked in popularity in 2010 with 62 births, showing it's still on the rise.

~19,643
Living in US
1 in 16,874
Americans
2010
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Hard settlement
🌐
Origin
Old English
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Strong Determined
7
Life Path Number

Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, spiritual growth, and a deep connection to the mysteries of life.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

1,505
Worldwide Bearers
#148,339
Global Rank
🇧🇷 Brazil
12
🇦🇺 Australia
11
🇮🇳 India
9
🇨🇳 China
5
🇨🇱 Chile
5
🇻🇪 Venezuela
4
🇲🇾 Malaysia
4
🇲🇽 Mexico
4
🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
4
🇫🇮 Finland
3

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
1,054 (70%)
♀ Female
451 (30%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 51
995
Would be under 30 (44%)
333
Would be 30–60 (15%)
956
Would be over 60 (42%)

All 2,284 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2010

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
92
Classic Feel
35
Modern Appeal
85
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Carlisle Through the Generations

Over the years, Carlisle has seen a steady but modest presence in the naming landscape. With an estimated 1,505 people named Carlisle currently living in the U.S., the name has maintained its unique charm. The average age of 51 suggests that while it's considered a modern choice, a significant portion, 42%, of those named Carlisle are over 60, indicating a mix of older and younger generations embracing this distinctive moniker.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

South Carolina 156
Texas 22
New York 15
California 5
North Carolina 5
Pennsylvania 5
Tennessee 5
Virginia 5

⭐ Famous People Named Carlisle

Carlisle is a given name related to Carlyle. It may refer to the following notable people:…

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✨ Similar Names to Carlisle

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Carlisle's Old English roots

📄 About the Name Carlisle

How Many People Have the Name Carlisle?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 19,643 people in the United States currently share the name Carlisle. That works out to roughly 1 in every 16,874 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.

Is Carlisle a Common or Rare Name?

Carlisle is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Carlisle Mean?

Carlisle means "hard settlement" and comes from Old English origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Carlisle in SSA data, approximately 70% are male and 30% are female.

When Was Carlisle Most Popular?

The name Carlisle reached peak popularity in 2010, with 62 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Carlisle?

Approximately 19,643 people named Carlisle live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 19,643. That works out to roughly 1 in 16,874 Americans.

Is Carlisle a rare name?

Carlisle is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 16,874 Americans has this name.

What does the name Carlisle mean?

Carlisle means "hard settlement" and comes from Old English origins.

Is Carlisle more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 70% of people named Carlisle are male and 30% are female.

When was Carlisle most popular?

Carlisle peaked in 2010 with 62 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US19,643
All-Time Births19,643
1 in X1 in 16,874
RarityRare
GenderMale
Avg Age51
Peak Year2010
World Rank#148,339
Male %70%
Female %30%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.