Carroll Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Carroll originates from Irish Gaelic, meaning 'dark-haired warrior'. It evolved from the name Cearbhall through the surname Ó Cearbhaill to its current form. The name is associated with strength and has gained popularity in America since the 19th century. It is not related to any biblical context. Notable people with this name include Lewis Carroll, known for his literary work, and Carroll O'Connor, known for his role in television. The name is viewed as classic and carries a strong cultural presence.
The name Carroll is most popular in Maine, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the South 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, Carroll has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Carroll' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 214th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 189th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 357th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 733rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1705th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6036th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9573rd out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1066th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 608th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1012th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2439th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6284th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 21917th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 25294th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Carroll' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Carroll"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɛrəl/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Carroll is derived from the Gaelic surname 'Ó Cearbhaill', meaning 'descendant of Cearbhall'. The name Cearbhall itself is composed of the elements 'cear', meaning 'dark', and 'ball', meaning 'a man' or 'a warrior'.
Meaning
dark-haired warrior
Language Evolution
Cearbhall, Ó Cearbhaill, Carroll
Historical Usage
Carroll gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in the United States, where it was used as both a surname and a first name.
Variants & Derivatives
Carl, Carey, Kara
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Carroll is perceived as a classic and somewhat traditional name. It has a strong association with literary and cultural figures, which enhances its image.
Famous People
Lewis Carroll, Carroll O'Connor, Carroll Shelby
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Carroll"
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 "Carroll"
"Carroll" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 214th of 7545 | 9,781 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 189th of 6773 | 13,829 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 357th of 7552 | 7,990 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 733rd of 10718 | 1,992 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1705th of 16616 | 708 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6036th of 24088 | 197 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 9573rd of 23106 | 81 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1066th of 9107 | 853 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 608th of 9204 | 2,349 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1012th of 12526 | 1,940 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2439th of 19264 | 515 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6284th of 27321 | 200 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 21917th of 35406 | 31 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 25294th of 30306 | 11 |
Regional Popularity of "Carroll" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
13.42% 190th/1416 |
17.19% 237th/1379 |
8.28% 196th/2366 |
23.12% 264th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
12.29% 190th/1546 |
14.91% 232nd/1556 |
6.54% 154th/2353 |
20.56% 318th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
19.49% 434th/2227 |
21.03% 511th/2430 |
9.57% 273rd/2853 |
23.82% 661st/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
37.61% 1310th/3483 |
14.44% 508th/3518 |
37.54% 1518th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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67.73% 3031st/4475 |
22.35% 1161st/5194 |
55.42% 3501st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Carroll" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
61.94% 877th/1416 |
80.64% 1112th/1379 |
71.26% 1686th/2366 |
80.91% 924th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
33.70% 521st/1546 |
41.26% 642nd/1556 |
31.32% 737th/2353 |
36.01% 557th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
48.59% 1082nd/2227 |
43.25% 1051st/2430 |
33.37% 952nd/2853 |
39.28% 1090th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
75.48% 2629th/3483 |
58.27% 2050th/3518 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Carroll"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Carroll" 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.