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The name Carl is a male given name derived from the Germanic name Karl. The origin of the name comes from the Old Norse word "karl", which means "free man" or "peasant". In German, the name is derived from the word "Karl" which means "man" or "husband". The name Carl has been used widely in many parts of the world. It has been used in English-speaking countries since the Middle Ages, and has been a popular name for kings and emperors throughout history. In the United States, the name was particularly popular during the 19th and early 20th centuries, although its popularity has since declined.Famous people with the name Carl include Carl Jung, a Swiss psychiatrist and founder of analytical psychology; Carl Sagan, an American astronomer and astrophysicist; and Carl Perkins, an American singer and songwriter who helped pioneer the rockabilly sound.

The name Carl is most popular in the United States, Germany, Sweden, and Norway.

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