Karolina Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Karolina originates from the Latin 'Carolus', meaning 'free man' or 'manly', and has evolved through several forms over time. It embodies traits of strength and independence, with no direct biblical relevance. The name gained popularity in the 19th century and is now seen as classic and elegant.
The name Karolina is most popular in Illinois, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. 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, Karolina has been stalled for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, too falling 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 female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Karolina' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7232nd out of 9107 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 12526th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9658th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2710th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1516th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1665th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Karolina' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Karolina"
Pronunciation
/kəˈroʊlɪnə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Karolina is derived from the Latin name 'Carolus', which means 'free man' or 'manly'. It is a feminine form that evolved from Charles.
Meaning
free woman, strong
Language Evolution
Carolus (Latin), Carl (Old High German), Karol (Polish), Karolina (Modern)
Historical Usage
Karolina gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in European countries and has remained a common name in various cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Caroline, Karin, Karol, Karla
Modern Popularity & Image
Karolina is viewed as a classic and elegant name, often associated with strength and femininity.
Famous People
Karolina Kurkova (Czech model), Karolina Pliskova (Czech tennis player), Karolina Wydra (Polish actress)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Karolina"
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 "Karolina"
"Karolina" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 7232nd of 9107 | 15 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 12526th of 12526 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9658th of 19264 | 50 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2710th of 27321 | 658 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1516th of 35406 | 2,206 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1665th of 30306 | 1,563 |
Regional Popularity of "Karolina" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| 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 "Karolina" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
46.11% 1699th/3685 |
37.12% 1661st/4475 |
57.12% 2967th/5194 |
34.19% 2160th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
24.51% 1123rd/4582 |
23.06% 1191st/5164 |
23.92% 1749th/7313 |
19.59% 1462nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
43.07% 1716th/3984 |
38.93% 1747th/4487 |
21.80% 1487th/6822 |
24.47% 1536th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Karolina"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Karolina" 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.