Carlos Munoz

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Carlos Munoz — Germanic
344K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Carlos Munoz is a name that combines Germanic origins. The first name Carlos is a masculine given name of Germanic origin. Carlos is a masculine given name, and is the Maltese, Portuguese and Spanish variant of the English name Charles, from the North Germanic Carl. Carlos I of Portugal (1863–1908), second to last King of Portugal Carlos II of Spain, last Habsburg King in Spain Carlos, Prince of Asturias (1545–1568), son of King Philip II Carlos III (1716–1788), King of Spain from 10 August 1759 to 14 December 1788 Carlos IV (1748–1819), King of Spain from 14 December 1788, until his abdication on 19 March 1808 Infante Carlos, Count of Molina (1788–1855), first of the Carlist claimants to the throne of Spain Carlo. The surname Munoz: Muñoz ([muˈɲoθ] or [muˈɲos]) is a Spanish-language surname—with a Portuguese-language variant (Munhoz), from Basque "muinoa" ("hill"). The surname was expanded during the Reconquista with massive settlements done by citizens from Navarre and Álava in New Castile and Andalusia. Carlos is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 344K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Carlos reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Carlos

Germanic

Carlos is a masculine given name, and is the Maltese, Portuguese and Spanish variant of the English name Charles, from the North Germanic Carl. Carlos I of Portugal (1863–1908), second to last King of Portugal Carlos II of Spain, last Habsburg King in Spain Carlos, Prince of Asturias (1545–1568), son of King Philip II Carlos III (1716–1788), King of Spain from 10 August 1759 to 14 December 1788 Carlos IV (1748–1819), King of Spain from 14 December 1788, until his abdication on 19 March 1808 Infante Carlos, Count of Molina (1788–1855), first of the Carlist claimants to the throne of Spain Carlo.

Surname: Munoz

Spanish

Muñoz ([muˈɲoθ] or [muˈɲos]) is a Spanish-language surname—with a Portuguese-language variant (Munhoz), from Basque "muinoa" ("hill"). The surname was expanded during the Reconquista with massive settlements done by citizens from Navarre and Álava in New Castile and Andalusia.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Carlos 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 Carlos by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Carlos Munoz

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 Carlos Munoz:

4
Expression Number

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

7
Soul Urge Number

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

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

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 Carlos?
The first name Carlos originates from Germanic. Carlos is a masculine given name, and is the Maltese, Portuguese and Spanish variant of the English name Charles, from the North Germanic Carl. Carlos I of Portugal (1863–1908), second to last King of Portugal Carlos II of Spain, last Habsburg King in Spain Carlos, Prince of Asturias (1545–1568), son of King Philip II Carlos III (1716–1788), King of Spain from 10 August 1759 to 14 December 1788 Carlos IV (1748–1819), King of Spain from 14 December 1788, until his abdication on 19 March 1808 Infante Carlos, Count of Molina (1788–1855), first of the Carlist claimants to the throne of Spain Carlo.
When was Carlos most popular?
The name Carlos reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Munoz?
The surname Munoz originates from Spanish. Muñoz ([muˈɲoθ] or [muˈɲos]) is a Spanish-language surname—with a Portuguese-language variant (Munhoz), from Basque "muinoa" ("hill"). The surname was expanded during the Reconquista with massive settlements done by citizens from Navarre and Álava in New Castile and Andalusia.
What are the origins of the name Carlos Munoz?
The name Carlos Munoz combines two different traditions: the first name Carlos has Germanic roots, while the surname Munoz originates from Spanish.
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