Karl Lowman

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Karl Lowman — free man
104K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Karl Lowman is a name that combines Germanic origins. The first name Karl is a masculine given name of Germanic origin. Karl is a Germanic masculine name. It comes from Old High German, meaning 'man, husband, freeman' and was widely popularised in Central and Northern Europe by its status as a royal name, in particular through the Frankish Emperor Charlemagne. It is popular in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, and was popularized by German-speaking descendants in the United States. The surname Lowman: Lowman is a surname. People with the surname include: David Lowman (intelligence official) (1921–1999), American executive for the National Security Agency David Lowman (priest) (born 1948), British Anglican priest and former archdeacon Guy Lowman (1877–1943), American football, basketball, and baseball coach and baseball player Guy Sumner Lowman Jr. (1909–1941), American linguist G. E. Lowman (1897–1965), American Methodist minister and radio evangelist Margaret D. Lowman (born 1953), American biologist, ecologist, writer, and explorer Mary D. Karl is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 104K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Karl reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Karl

Meaning: free man

Germanic

Karl is a Germanic masculine name. It comes from Old High German, meaning 'man, husband, freeman' and was widely popularised in Central and Northern Europe by its status as a royal name, in particular through the Frankish Emperor Charlemagne. It is popular in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, and was popularized by German-speaking descendants in the United States.

Surname: Lowman

English

Lowman is a surname. People with the surname include: David Lowman (intelligence official) (1921–1999), American executive for the National Security Agency David Lowman (priest) (born 1948), British Anglican priest and former archdeacon Guy Lowman (1877–1943), American football, basketball, and baseball coach and baseball player Guy Sumner Lowman Jr. (1909–1941), American linguist G. E. Lowman (1897–1965), American Methodist minister and radio evangelist Margaret D. Lowman (born 1953), American biologist, ecologist, writer, and explorer Mary D.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 28%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Karl Lowman

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 Karl Lowman:

3
Expression Number

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

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

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 Karl?
The first name Karl originates from Germanic. Karl is a Germanic masculine name. It comes from Old High German, meaning 'man, husband, freeman' and was widely popularised in Central and Northern Europe by its status as a royal name, in particular through the Frankish Emperor Charlemagne. It is popular in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, and was popularized by German-speaking descendants in the United States.
When was Karl most popular?
The name Karl reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Lowman?
The surname Lowman originates from English. Lowman is a surname. People with the surname include: David Lowman (intelligence official) (1921–1999), American executive for the National Security Agency David Lowman (priest) (born 1948), British Anglican priest and former archdeacon Guy Lowman (1877–1943), American football, basketball, and baseball coach and baseball player Guy Sumner Lowman Jr. (1909–1941), American linguist G. E. Lowman (1897–1965), American Methodist minister and radio evangelist Margaret D. Lowman (born 1953), American biologist, ecologist, writer, and explorer Mary D.
What are the origins of the name Karl Lowman?
The name Karl Lowman combines two different traditions: the first name Karl has Germanic roots, while the surname Lowman originates from English.
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