| Meaning | from the fort town |
| Origin | English, German, Modern |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 8 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Car-leigh |
Contemporary and confident, this name reflects modern naming creativity while maintaining accessibility. The spelling adds visual interest and distinguishes it from more traditional variations. It has a bright, energetic quality that suggests optimism and forward-thinking. This choice appeals to parents who want something current without being fleeting. The name has a friendly, approachable sound that works well in diverse social settings. It carries a sense of independence and strength while remaining thoroughly feminine. The unique spelling makes it memorable and gives a child a distinctive identity. It pairs nicely with both classic and modern middle names, offering excellent flexibility. Parents drawn to this variation often appreciate its fresh take on familiar sounds. The name projects both warmth and capability in equal measure.
| Carly |
| Catherine |
| Christina |
| Camila |
| Caroline |
| Cassandra |
| Chloe |
| Celeste |
| Clara |
| Claudia |
| Chelsea |
| Colette |
| Car |
| Carly |
| Leigh |
| Carlie |
| Carleigh Beverly | American soccer player |
| Carleigh Capozzi | American singer-songwriter |
| Carleigh Davis | Australian actress |
| Carleigh Fadeley | American ballet dancer |
| Carleigh Fedorwich | Canadian field hockey player |
| Carleigh Herbert | Australian basketball player |
| Carleigh Hager | American beauty pageant winner |
| Carleigh Ingersoll | American author and journalist |
| Carleigh Kay | Canadian freestyle skier |
| Carleigh Knoll | American rugby player |
| Carleigh Nutter | American basketball player |
| Carleigh O'Connell | American figure skater |
| Carleigh Petersen | Canadian field hockey player |
| Carleigh Risley | American dancer and choreographer |
| Carleigh Roach | Australian netball player |
| Carleigh Ross | American actress and filmmaker |
| Carleigh Stenzel | American ice hockey player |
| Carleigh Stiehm | American journalist and author |
| Carleigh Vance | Australian surfer |
| Carleigh Wallace | Canadian synchronized swimmer |
| Carleigh Anderson | A strong-willed detective in a crime novel series |
| Carleigh Bennett | The protagonist in a coming-of-age novel |
| Carleigh Cooper | A fearless space explorer in a sci-fi series |
| Carleigh Donovan | The adventurous pirate captain in a fantasy book |
| Carleigh Evans | A talented magician in a magical adventure tale |
| Carleigh Foster | The compassionate doctor in a medical drama series |
| Carleigh Gallagher | A young witch discovering her powers in a fantasy novel |
| Carleigh Harrison | The cunning spy in a thrilling espionage story |
| Carleigh Jenkins | The ambitious lawyer in a legal thriller |
| Carleigh Lawson | The kind-hearted princess in a fairy tale retelling |
| Carleigh Mitchell | The resourceful archaeologist in an action-adventure novel |
| Carleigh Owens | The intelligent scientist in a futuristic dystopian series |
| Carleigh Porter | The determined athlete in a sports fiction book |
| Carleigh Quinn | The enigmatic time traveler in a time-travel adventure |
| Carleigh Reynolds | The empathetic social worker in a heartwarming story |
| Carleigh Summers | The mischievous fairy in a whimsical children's book |
| Carleigh Turner | The resilient survivor in a post-apocalyptic novel |
| Carleigh Vaughn | The charismatic lead singer in a rock band drama |
| Carleigh Walker | The curious journalist in a mystery thriller |
| Carleigh Young | The witty and adventurous teen in a YA novel |