Karel
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Karel is a girl name of Czech origin meaning "free man (used as a feminine form)".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Religion
None
Popularity
2 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
5 letters
Famous People Named Karel
- Karel Čapek — Czech writer (1890–1938)
- Karel Gott — Czech singer and actor (1939–2019)
- Karel Appel — Dutch painter, sculptor, and poet (1921-2006)
- Karel Jaromír Erben — Czech archivist, poet, ethnographer, librettist, publicist, lawyer, translator and writer (1811–1870)
- Karel Domin — Czechoslovak politician, botanist and university educator (1882-1953)
Frequently Asked Questions About Karel
What does the name Karel mean?
Karel means "free man (used as a feminine form)", and is of Czech origin.
What is the origin of the name Karel?
Karel originates from Czech, commonly used in Central Europe.
Is Karel a boy or girl name?
Karel is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Karel associated with?
Karel is associated with None.
Are there famous people named Karel?
Yes — notable people named Karel include Karel Čapek (Czech writer, 1890–1938), Karel Gott (Czech singer and actor, 1939–2019), Karel Appel (Dutch painter, 1921-2006), Karel Jaromír Erben (Czech archivist, 1811–1870) and Karel Domin (Czechoslovak politician, 1882-1953).
Last updated: June 2026