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KarlisChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Man

Pronunciation: KAR-lis

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Name
Karlis
Meaning
Man
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Greek, Latin, Hebrew
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
KAR-lis
Lucky Number
11
11
Lucky Number
Monday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Karlis mean?

Karlis is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Man". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: KAR-lis. Lucky number: 11. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

ΚΑΡΛΗΣ

Παράδειγμα: Σтронγκ σθένος, με δυνατά αρετή

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

KAR-lis

IPA

/kɑːrlɪs/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Karlis is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Man. Category: Biblical.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

11

Lucky Day

Monday

Lucky Colors

RedOrange

Lucky Stone

Carnelian

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Creative, enthusiastic, and expansive, those with a life path number 3 are natural communicators and artists.

Personality

Personality Traits

StrongDeterminedBraveC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes strength, courage, and resilience.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Karlis holds a rich cultural history in various European countries, such as Latvia, Germany, and Scandinavia. In these regions, it was often associated with nobility, wisdom, and leadership. Those bearing the name Karlis were seen as protectors and strong leaders within their communities.
For Christians, the name Karlis carries deep spiritual meaning, emphasizing character traits such as courage, determination, and faith. It represents someone who is steadfast in their beliefs and has the inner strength to overcome challenges. Karlis embodies the idea of being a 'free man' in spirit, unencumbered by fear, doubt, or external influence, and instead, trusting in God's providence. Ultimately, the name invites its bearer to live a life that reflects these stronger qualities, staying true to their faith and deeply rooted in God's love.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Karlis was a Latvian prince in the 13th century. The name Karlis carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

13th century

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Karlis

Meaning: strong name, with noble values, symbol of faith

🇮🇱Hebrew

קארליס

פירוש: שם פולחן, עם ערכים חזקים

🇬🇷Greek

ΚΑΡΛΗΣ

Παράδειγμα: Σтронγκ σθένος, με δυνατά αρετή

🇮🇹Latin

Karlis

Nomina: Karlis significat, nomine fortis

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