Caroline

Name:

Caroline

Pronounced: KAR-uh-line

Variations: Carolina, Carolyn, Karoline, Karolina

Origin:

French, Germanic

Meaning:

Caroline is a French and German name that means "free woman." It is the feminine form of the name Charles and was popularized by the 18th-century queen of England, Caroline of Ansbach.

Popularity:

Caroline is a moderately popular name in the United States and other English-speaking countries, but its popularity has been declining in recent years. It is still a popular name in many European countries.

Did you know?

Caroline Kennedy, daughter of U.S. President John F. Kennedy, is one famous namesake of the name. The song "Sweet Caroline" by Neil Diamond is also a popular cultural reference to the name.

Famous namesakes:

Caroline Wozniacki, a Danish tennis player, and Caroline Herrera, a Venezuelan fashion designer.

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