Caroll Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Caroll is an English name derived from the Old French 'Carol' and the Latin 'carola', meaning 'song' or 'dance'. It has evolved through various forms, reflecting a rich linguistic history. The name is often associated with creativity and joy, but it does not have a biblical background. It gained popularity in the 19th century and has several variants, including Carol and Carroll, while notable individuals with this name have contributed to various fields.
The name Caroll is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Caroll has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Caroll' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2631st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1734th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2154th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6318th out of 10718 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4695th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1424th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2098th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5355th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 19733rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 30690th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Caroll' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Caroll"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɛrəl/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Caroll is derived from the Old French name 'Carol', which itself comes from the Latin 'carola', meaning 'a little song' or 'a dance in a ring'.
Meaning
song, dance
Language Evolution
Carolus (Latin), Carol (Old French), Caroll (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Caroll gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a variant of the name Carol, which was commonly used for both males and females.
Variants & Derivatives
Carol, Carroll, Carolyn
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, the name Caroll is less common but still recognized, often associated with creativity and a joyful spirit, reflecting its musical origins.
Famous People
Caroll Spinney, an American puppeteer and actor known for his work on Sesame Street., Caroll McGough, an American artist known for her contributions to contemporary art.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Caroll"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Caroll"
"Caroll" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2631st of 7545 | 156 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1734th of 6773 | 313 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2154th of 7552 | 270 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6318th of 10718 | 37 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4695th of 9107 | 62 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1424th of 9204 | 536 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2098th of 12526 | 522 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5355th of 19264 | 154 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 19733rd of 27321 | 18 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 30690th of 35406 | 10 |
Regional Popularity of "Caroll" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
85.68% 2016th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
70.66% 2016th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Caroll" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
77.88% 1204th/1546 |
87.85% 1367th/1556 |
- |
65.87% 1019th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
80.96% 1803rd/2227 |
87.41% 2124th/2430 |
100.00% 2853rd/2853 |
65.08% 1806th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Caroll"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Caroll" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.