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Carlos

KAH-los

Carlos (name) means a male given name from Spanish or Portuguese, equivalent to Charles. Example: “King Carlos ruled during a turbulent period in the country's history.”

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A male given name from Spanish or Portuguese, equivalent to Charles.
"King Carlos ruled during a turbulent period in the country's history."

How to Use Carlos

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In plain EnglishThe Spanish and Portuguese form of the name Charles.

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Etymology

From Latin Carolus, of Germanic origin — a doublet of Charles, Carl, and Karl.

Origin: Latin

Frequently Asked Questions

What does “Carlos” mean?

The word “Carlos” means a male given name from Spanish or Portuguese, equivalent to Charles. In plain terms, the Spanish and Portuguese form of the name Charles.

How do you pronounce “Carlos”?

“Carlos” is pronounced KAH-los (/ˈkɑɹ.loʊs/ in IPA).

How do you use “Carlos” in a sentence?

Here is “Carlos” used in a sentence: “King Carlos ruled during a turbulent period in the country's history.”

What part of speech is “Carlos”?

“Carlos” is a name.

Where does the word “Carlos” come from?

The word “Carlos” comes from Latin. From Latin Carolus, of Germanic origin — a doublet of Charles, Carl, and Karl.

Is “Carlos” a common word?

“Carlos” is a fairly common word in modern English.

What is the English equivalent of the name Carlos?

The English equivalent of Carlos is Charles. Carlos is the Spanish and Portuguese form of the same name.

What is the female version of the name Carlos?

The feminine forms commonly linked to Carlos are Carla and Carlota. They share the same root as Carlos and the English name Charles.

What is the difference between Carlos and Carlo?

Carlos is the Spanish and Portuguese form of the name, while Carlo is the Italian form. Both correspond to the English name Charles.

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