Carol
Carol is derived from the Latin name Carolus, meaning 'free man' or 'strong.' It also evokes the word 'carol' meaning a joyful song, particularly associated with Christmas hymns and celebration.
Current Popularity
#2631 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in most languages
- •Has a cheerful association with Christmas carols and music
- •Peak popularity was in the 1940s-1950s, giving it a vintage charm
- •Simple, one-syllable pronunciation makes it memorable
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Famous People
Carol Burnett
Comedian and Actress
Carol Channing
Broadway Legend and Actress
Carol King
Singer-Songwriter
Carol Ann Duffy
Poet Laureate of the UK
Statistics
816,838
Total births since 1880
1946
Peak year
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