Karlovi

Karlovi is a term found in Slavic languages that can function as a given-name form or as a toponymic element derived from the name Karl. Its exact meaning and usage depend on the language and context.

In Czech and Slovak, Karlovi is primarily the dative singular form of the masculine given name Karl, used in constructions such as “to Karl” or “for Karl.” It can also appear in compound names and, less commonly, as a surname in historical or archival records.

In toponymy, the root Karl- appears in several place names across Slavic-speaking regions, yielding forms such as Karlov, Karlova, or Karlovy in different languages and grammatical cases. Karlovi itself is not typically a standalone place name in modern usage, but it may surface as a grammatical form within phrases referring to a place named after a person named Karl.

Related linguistic forms include Karlov, a common toponym component in Czech, Russian, and other languages; Karlova, which can be a feminine or possessive variant in some contexts; and Karlović, a Croatian or Serbian surname meaning “son of Karl.” These forms are related etymologically but distinct from Karlovi, which is mainly a grammatical or patronymic element rather than a widely recognized standalone name.

See also: Karlov, Karlova Ves, Karlovy Vary, Karlović.