Caroline

Girl's name

Caroline is of Germanic origin, derived from the name Karl, meaning "man" or "free man."

Meaning Man, army, warrior
Origin Germanic
U.S. births in 2023 2,720 Falling
Peak year 2000

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Caroline Kennedy - Author, diplomat, daughter of President John F. Kennedy.
  • Caroline Wozniacki - Professional tennis player, former world No. 1.
  • Caroline Herschel - Astronomer, discovered several comets and nebulae.
  • Caroline Dhavernas - Actress, known for roles in TV series Hannibal.
  • Caroline Catz - Actress, known for Doc Martin TV series.
  • Caroline Rhea - Comedian, actress, known for Sabrina the Teenage Witch.
  • Caroline Flack - Television presenter, known for Love Island UK.
  • Caroline Munro - Actress, known for James Bond film The Spy Who Loved Me.
  • Caroline Quentin - Actress, known for Men Behaving Badly TV series.
  • Caroline Forbes - Fictional character in TV series The Vampire Diaries.

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