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Carolina

Carolina is a girl name of Germanic origin, meaning Feminine of Carolus, "free man.

  • GenderGirl
  • OriginGermanic
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables4
  • US rank#394

What does Carolina mean?

Feminine of Carolus, "free man

How popular is Carolina?

Popularity in the United States

Carolina has been given to 44,576 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 2000s. It has held a steady level of use since.

About 1 in 2,441 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Carolina per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Carolina has been given to 1,362 babies in France since 1911, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Carolina per year in France, 1911–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 67,465 people called Carolina living in Spain, with an average age of 35.6.

44,576 Babies named since 1880
2000s Peak decade
Steady Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Carolina

What does the name Carolina mean?

Carolina means Feminine of Carolus, "free man. It is of Germanic origin.

Is Carolina a boy's or a girl's name?

Carolina is most often given to girls.

How popular is the name Carolina?

Carolina has been given to 44,576 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 2000s. It has held a steady level of use since.