Carlene

Carlene is an English feminine name formed as an elaboration of Carla or Carl, which themselves derive from the Germanic element hari or karl, meaning "man" or "free man." The name follows a pattern common in English-speaking countries of adding the suffix -ene or -ine to masculine roots to create feminine forms. It gained particular use in the twentieth century, especially in North America. Related forms include Carlene's cognates Carla, Carol, Caroline, and Karlene.