Karla
/ˈkɑːr.lə/noun
A feminine given name of Germanic origin, often interpreted as 'free woman' or 'strong'.
Did you know?In ancient Germanic society, names like 'Karla' were often bestowed upon girls born during times of freedom and independence, imbuing them with a sense of strength and empowerment.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Germanic
PGmc
*karlaz
“a free man, a man of noble birth”
Old High German
OHG
karal
“man, husband, or free man”
Middle High German
MHG
kerl
“young man, lad, or free man”
Modern German
German
Karla
“the feminine form of Karl, symbolizing freedom and strength.”