Jonathan vs Carl
Comparing Jonathan and Carl? Both are popular picks for parents in 2026. Jonathan ranks in the Top 100 tier and traces to Hebrew naming roots (meaning "God has given"). Carl sits in the Top 100 tier with Germanic origins (meaning "Free man").
Jonathan
- Meaning: God has given
- Origin: Hebrew
- Popularity (2026): Top 100
- Full Jonathan name page
Carl
- Meaning: Free man
- Origin: Germanic
- Popularity (2026): Top 100
- Full Carl name page
Which name is more popular: Jonathan or Carl?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Jonathan ranks higher (Top 100) than Carl (Top 100).