| Meaning | free man, strong |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Car-li |
About Carli
Here's a name that gets straight to the point while keeping things fun and approachable. Carli brings a casual confidence that resonates with modern families seeking simplicity without sacrifice. The 'i' ending softens what might otherwise feel overly traditional, giving it a contemporary twist that keeps it current.
This name works exceptionally well for active, outdoorsy families or those who value straightforwardness and authenticity. It's friendly without being frivolous, familiar without being overused. Carli fits comfortably in any setting, from soccer fields to science labs, never feeling out of place or requiring justification.
The name has an inherent approachability that makes social connections easier, while still maintaining enough substance to be taken seriously in professional contexts. It's short enough to fit on forms without abbreviation, simple enough for toddlers to learn to spell early, and versatile enough to age gracefully. Carli represents practical naming done right.
Names Similar to Carli
| Carly |
| Carla |
| Caroline |
| Carolyn |
| Catherine |
| Cassandra |
| Charlotte |
| Christina |
| Chloe |
| Claire |
| Clara |
| Cassidy |
Nicknames for Carli
| Car |
| Carly |
| Ari |
| Li |
Famous People Named Carli
| Carli Lloyd | American soccer player |
| Carli Bybel | American beauty vlogger |
| Carli Banks | American adult film actress |
| Carli Anne Lloyd Hollins | American broadcaster and journalist |
| Carli Mitchell | Canadian field hockey player |
| Carli Bei | Canadian television host |
| Carli Travers | Australian swimmer |
| Carli Terepka | American ice dancer |
| Carli Mosier | American voice actress |
| Carli Foxx | American pornographic actress |
| Carli Harper-Penman | Australian actress |
| Carli Norris | British actress |
| Carli Filipek | Australian professional wrestler |
| Carli Ihde | American mixed martial artist |
| Carli Harpur | British singer and songwriter |
| Carli Skaggs | American actress |
| Carli Davidson | American photographer |
Characters Named Carli
| Carli D'Amato | Character from the TV show "iCarly" |
| Carli Mitchell | Character from the novel "We All Looked Up" by Tommy Wallach |
| Carli Norris | Character from the TV show "Hollyoaks" |
| Carli Runners | Character from the TV show "Watership Down" |
| Carli Adams | Character from the TV show "Boston Public" |