boy name
Carlos
Gender
Boy
Popularity
#150 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Carlos in the US, 1880–2025
Carlos first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2001, when 6,842 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 2,418.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Carlos a boy or a girl name?
Carlos is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Carlos?
In 2025, Carlos ranked #150 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Carlos most popular?
Carlos was most popular in 2001, when about 6,842 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.