Carlisle
Meaning
From The City Of Luguvalium
Origin
British
Pronunciation
/ˈkɑːrlzəl/
Traits associated with the name Carlisle:
Dogs named Carlisle tend to be loving, loyal, and resilient. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Carlisle?
That you have a fondness for classic names and may have a strong appreciation for literature or history.
Is Carlisle a good dog name?
Carlisle has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Carlisle isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall

Carlisle is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Carlisle was, in the past month, the 2163rd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of April 2025, Carlisle is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Carlisle was viewed 11 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Carlisle's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Carlisle is most adored in Virginia, California and Georgia.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New Jersey, Iowa and Missouri.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Carlisle.
Carlisle is found in these categories:
british
Historic city in England, known for its cathedral and Roman heritage.
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