Carl Bergstrom

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Carl Bergstrom — free man
519K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Carl Bergstrom is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Carl is a masculine given name of Latin origin. Carl is the English spelling of North Germanic masculine name meaning "free man". The name originates in Old Norse. It is the first name of many Kings of Sweden including Carl XVI Gustaf. It is a variant of the English Charles, and the Latin Carolus. The surname Bergstrom: Alexander Bergström (born 1986), Swedish professional ice hockeyer Alfred Bergström (1869–1930), Swedish artist and art professor Anders Bergström (cross-country skier) (born 1968), Swedish cross-country skier Anders Bergström (weightlifter) (born 1966), Swedish weightlifter Anna Bergström, Swedish curler Art Bergstrom (died 2006), American football player, coach, and collegiate athletic director Beata Bergström (1921–2016), Swedish photographer Bobo Bergström (born 1964), chef and restaurateur C. W. Carl is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 519K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Carl reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Carl

Meaning: free man

Latin

Carl is the English spelling of North Germanic masculine name meaning "free man". The name originates in Old Norse. It is the first name of many Kings of Sweden including Carl XVI Gustaf. It is a variant of the English Charles, and the Latin Carolus.

Surname: Bergstrom

English

Alexander Bergström (born 1986), Swedish professional ice hockeyer Alfred Bergström (1869–1930), Swedish artist and art professor Anders Bergström (cross-country skier) (born 1968), Swedish cross-country skier Anders Bergström (weightlifter) (born 1966), Swedish weightlifter Anna Bergström, Swedish curler Art Bergstrom (died 2006), American football player, coach, and collegiate athletic director Beata Bergström (1921–2016), Swedish photographer Bobo Bergström (born 1964), chef and restaurateur C. W.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Carl is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Carl by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Carl Bergstrom

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Carl Bergstrom:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Carl?
The first name Carl originates from Latin. Carl is the English spelling of North Germanic masculine name meaning "free man". The name originates in Old Norse. It is the first name of many Kings of Sweden including Carl XVI Gustaf. It is a variant of the English Charles, and the Latin Carolus.
When was Carl most popular?
The name Carl reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Bergstrom?
The surname Bergstrom originates from English. Alexander Bergström (born 1986), Swedish professional ice hockeyer Alfred Bergström (1869–1930), Swedish artist and art professor Anders Bergström (cross-country skier) (born 1968), Swedish cross-country skier Anders Bergström (weightlifter) (born 1966), Swedish weightlifter Anna Bergström, Swedish curler Art Bergstrom (died 2006), American football player, coach, and collegiate athletic director Beata Bergström (1921–2016), Swedish photographer Bobo Bergström (born 1964), chef and restaurateur C. W.
What are the origins of the name Carl Bergstrom?
The name Carl Bergstrom combines two different traditions: the first name Carl has Latin roots, while the surname Bergstrom originates from English.
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