Carroll

Boy's name

Carroll is an Irish surname turned first name, derived from the Gaelic name Cearbhall meaning "fierce in battle."

Meaning Man, army, warrior
Origin Germanic
Peak year 1934

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Carroll Shelby - Race car driver and designer of Shelby Cobra.
  • Carroll O'Connor - Actor known for role in "All in the Family."
  • Carroll Spinney - Puppeteer who played Big Bird on "Sesame Street."
  • Carroll Baker - Actress known for roles in classic films.
  • Carroll Rosenbloom - Former owner of NFL's Baltimore Colts.
  • Carroll Quigley - Historian and author of "Tragedy and Hope."
  • Carroll Ballard - Film director known for "The Black Stallion."
  • Carroll Dunham - Contemporary artist known for abstract paintings.
  • Carroll Hardy - Former MLB player and NFL executive.

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