Carly

Carly is an English feminine name that arose as a diminutive or elaborated form of Carla, itself the feminine equivalent of Carlo and Charles, which derive from the Germanic element karl meaning free man or simply man. The name gained widespread popularity in the English-speaking world during the latter half of the twentieth century, boosted in part by American singer-songwriter Carly Simon, who brought it considerable public recognition. Related forms include Carla, Karla, Carley, and Charli.