Carole
Carole is the French feminine form of Carol, derived from the masculine name Charles, meaning 'free woman' or 'song of happiness.' It gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the early-to-mid 20th century.
Current Popularity
#10463 for girls
in the United States (2023)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •The '-e' ending gives it a distinctly French flair compared to 'Carol'
- •Most popular during the 1940s-1950s, now considered retro-chic
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across most languages
- •Has a warm, musical quality befitting its connection to 'carol' (song)
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Statistics
110,677
Total births since 1880
1942
Peak year
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