Carol
Carol is an girl name of English, from Latin and Germanic origin, meaning “Free woman; joyful song”.
| Meaning | Free woman; joyful song |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | English, from Latin and Germanic |
| Pronunciation | KAIR-ul |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Brazil |
Meaning and origin of Carol
Carol began as a short form of Caroline, the feminine of Carolus (Charles), from Germanic karl, 'free man'. It is also linked to the English word carol, a festive song, which helped its use for girls born around Christmas. It was a very popular name for girls in the middle of the twentieth century. In Eastern Europe Carol is a masculine form, as with the kings of Romania.
Is Carol a religious name?
Carol has no religious background as a name, though the word evokes Christmas carols.
How popular is Carol?
Very common among women born from the 1930s to the 1960s; rare for babies now.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Carol mean?
Carol means 'Free woman; joyful song'. It is of English, from Latin and Germanic origin.
Does Carol have a religious meaning?
Carol has no religious background as a name, though the word evokes Christmas carols.
How do you pronounce Carol?
Carol is pronounced KAIR-ul.
Is Carol a boy or girl name?
Carol is usually a girl name.