Declining since 1997.
Popularity of Decarlo since 1953
Babies named Decarlo per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 6 |
| 1960s | 42 |
| 1970s | 174 |
| 1980s | 142 |
| 1990s | 144 |
| 2000s | 75 |
| 2010s | 42 |
| 2020s | 10 |
Meaning & origin
Decarlo, an Italian surname turned given name, first entered American birth records in 1953. While it has never reached the top 1000 in national rankings, it experienced a modest peak in 1978. Since 1997, its usage has been steadily declining, reflecting broader naming trends away from this style. The name carries an Italian-South Philly vibe and draws on the classic Carlo root. Decarlo's trajectory since the late 1990s mirrors the fading fashion of Italian surname-names, though it remains a distinctive choice with a clear ethnic heritage.
Decarlo originated as a given name derived from the Italian surname De Carlo, which means 'of Carlo' or 'of Charles', with Carlo being the Italian form of Charles. Surnames used as first names gained popularity in American naming culture in the mid-20th century, and Decarlo first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1953. The name peaked in usage in 1978 and has been in decline since the late 1990s.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: DeCarlo, De Carlo
Sibling names for Decarlo
Names that share Decarlo's style, for a brother or sister.
