NAME PROFILE
Carole
Carole is a name of French origin, meaning 'free man' or 'song of joy.' The name exudes a cheerful and vibrant quality, often associated with creativity, warmth, and a zest for life.
Key Stats
| Total births | 110,952 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1942 |
| Peak generation | Silent Gen |
| First recorded | 1912 |
| Most recent | 2001 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 22%NY — 22%IL — 19%TX — 18%OH — 18%
Notable People
Carole King (Singer-songwriter, *Tapestry*) · Carole Lombard (Actress, *My Man Godfrey*) · Carole Baskin (Animal rights activist, *Tiger King*) · Carole Anne Ford (Actress, original companion on *Doctor Who*) · Carole Radziwill (Television personality, *The Real Housewives of New York City*)
Nicknames & Diminutives
CaroCarrie
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