Karlsson - name meaning and origin

The boy's name Karlsson \k(a)-rlsson, kar-lsson\ is a variant of Carlsen (Scandinavian), and the meaning of Karlsson is "son of Carl".

The baby name Karlsson sounds like Karlson, Karlssen and Carlsson. Other similar baby names are Karlsen, Carlson, Carlssen, Karson and Karlton.

Karlsson is a very rare male first name and a popular surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the boy's name Karlsson. Compare Karlsson with related baby names.