| Meaning | from the protected tower |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Carlisle |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 8 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Car-lisle |
Picture a name that evokes rolling hills and timeless sophistication—Carlisle delivers precisely this aesthetic. The name suggests refinement without pretension, strength without aggression. It brings to mind literary heroes and historical figures who changed their worlds through intellect rather than force. Carlisle stands apart in playground roll calls, distinctive enough to be remembered but classic enough never to feel dated. The slight British inflection gives it an educated air, yet it remains approachable and warm. Parents choosing Carlisle often appreciate names that tell a story, that hint at depth of character and substance. The name wears equally well on a curious toddler, an ambitious teenager, and a distinguished professional. Its uncommon usage means your son won't be one of several in his class, yet the name requires no explanation or spelling gymnastics. Carlisle represents a sophisticated choice for families seeking something beyond the trending options, a name with gravitas that never takes itself too seriously.
| Karlisle |
| Carlyle |
| Karlyle |
| Carlile |
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| Carlyle |
| Carlton |
| Carson |
| Carter |
| Carver |
| Casey |
| Carlos |
| Collin |
| Connor |
| Calvin |
| Cameron |
| Charles |
| Carl |
| Car |
| Lisle |
| Carly |
| Carlisle Floyd | American composer |
| Carlisle Trost | United States Navy Admiral |
| Carlisle F. Y. H. Chen | Hong Kong architect |
| Carlisle Patterson | Australian geologist |
| Carlisle Harlan | American attorney and judge |
| Carlisle Towery | American author and publisher |
| Carlisle Sargent | British World War I flying ace |
| Carlisle Moore | Australian rugby player |
| Carlisle Wallis | American politician |
| Carlisle Best | West Indian cricketer |
| Carlisle Kid | American football player |
| Carlisle R. Bannister | American physician and politician |
| Carlisle Perry | Australian rules footballer |
| Carlisle Hamrick | American basketball player |
| Carlisle Brothers | American country music duo |
| Carlisle H. Humelsine | American philanthropist |
| Carlisle Troiano | Brazilian musician |
| Carlisle S. Page | American politician |
| Carlisle Cullen | Twilight series by Stephenie Meyer |
| Carlisle Rod | "Papa's Angels" by Collin Wilcox |
| Carlisle Breeze | "Magic Street" by Orson Scott Card |
| Carlisle James | "Crossing the Line" by Megan Hart |
| Carlisle Buchanan | "Some Like It Wild" by Teresa Medeiros |
| Carlisle Natividad | "Beneath the Mother Tree" by D.M. Cameron |
| Carlisle Moore | "Holly's Heart" by Beverly Lewis |
| Carlisle Bartlett | "Dark Angel" by Lynne Graham |
| Carlisle Maddox | "Twice the Temptation" by Susan Napier |
| Carlisle Hetherton | "A Family to Share" by Helen R. Myers |
| Carlisle T. Locke | "Carolina Moon" by Nora Roberts |
| Carlisle Forsythe | "Montana Creeds - Tyler" by Linda Lael Miller |
| Carlisle McLain | "Country Bride" by Debbie Macomber |
| Carlisle Warner | "By the King's Design" by Christine Trent |
| Carlisle Westin | "Christmas Angel" by Lindsay McKenna |
| Carlisle Thibodeaux | "Cajun Bride" by Eugenia Riley |
| Carlisle Murray | "Reluctant Mistress, Blackmailed Wife" by Lynne Graham |
| Carlisle Dillinger | "The Southern Devil" by Diane Whiteside |
| Carlisle Marbury | "Kissing Comfort" by Jo Goodman |
| Carlisle Holbrook | "The Wayward Bride" by Elizabeth Stuart |