Carlye

Meaning of Carlye

Carlye is a feminine name with origins in both English and American cultures. It is pronounced as KAHR-lee in British English (/kɑrliː/) and KAHR-ly in American English (/kɑrli/). Variations of the name include Carly. In the United States, Carlye has been a popular choice for baby girls over the years. In recent times, it ranked 6th in 2017 with 6 occurrences, and it consistently appeared among the top 10000 names for newborns since the early 1970s. The name Carlye carries an air of sophistication and charm, making it an appealing choice for parents seeking a timeless yet unique name for their daughter.

Pronunciation

British English

  • Pronunced as KAHR-lee (/kɑrliː/)

American English

  • Pronunced as KAHR-ly (/kɑrli/)

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Notable People Named Carlye

Carlye Chu Fun-ling is a prominent Hong Kong judge and Vice President of the Court of Appeal of the High Court.
Carlye J. Hughes is the current bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Newark, ordained in 2018.
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