Where Does the Karlo Surname Come From?

The last name Karlo is one of the recorded forms of Carlo, an Italian family name.

At root, the name means “from Carlo (Charles)”. Karlo writes “k” in place of the “c” found in Carlo, a typical scribal difference. Before spelling was standardised, one family could appear under several forms.

Karlo coat of arms

A coat of arms belongs to a particular family line rather than to everyone named Karlo, so the heraldry linked to Carlo is a starting point, not an automatic right.

For the full story, order the Karlo surname pack.