Male Name
Calle
ˈkal.lɛ
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
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Characteristics
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Meaning & Etymology
Calle is a Swedish diminutive of the name Carl, which itself is derived from the Old Norse name Karl, meaning 'free man'. The name has been used in various forms across Scandinavian cultures and has evolved to represent a more informal or affectionate version of Carl.
Etymology
Original Form:
Karl
Evolution:
From Old Norse 'Karl' to Swedish 'Carl', and then to the diminutive 'Calle'.
Source:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Calle