Carol

Girl's name

Carol is a feminine given name of English origin. It is derived from the Old French word "carole," which means a joyful dance or a song of praise.

Meaning Man, army, warrior
Origin Germanic
U.S. births in 2023 66 Falling
Peak year 1946

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Carol Burnett - Actress, comedian, "The Carol Burnett Show"
  • Carol Channing - Actress, singer, "Hello, Dolly!"
  • Carol Kane - Actress, "Taxi," "The Princess Bride"
  • Carol Vorderman - TV presenter, "Countdown"
  • Carol Ann Duffy - Poet Laureate of the UK
  • Carol Alt - Model, actress
  • Carol Reed - Film director, "The Third Man"
  • Carol Gracias - Indian model, reality TV contestant
  • Carol Kaye - Bass guitarist, session musician
  • Carol W. Greider - Nobel laureate in Physiology or Medicine

Sisters for Carol

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Brothers for Carol

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