Caroline
Meaning of Caroline
Caroline is a classic female name of Latin origins. It is the feminine derivative of the name Charles, which means "free man" or "full-grown". In English, it's pronounced as KAIR-uh-lin (/'kerəlaɪn/). A popular variation of this name is Carolyn.
Over the years, Caroline has been consistently popular in many English-speaking countries, especially in the United States. For instance, data shows a steady occurrence of this name among newborns from the early 20th century to recent years. The popularity ranking of Caroline fluctuated between 73 and 329 during these years. Although there were occasional dips in its popularity, Caroline continued to be a beloved choice for parents.
Associations with this name often draw upon notable historical figures such as Caroline of Ansbach, Queen Consort of Great Britain, and contemporary figures like Caroline Kennedy, American author and diplomat. These associations contribute to the charm and timelessness surrounding the name Caroline.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as KAIR-uh-lin (/'kerəlaɪn/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
States Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Caroline
| Caroline Bouvier Kennedy is an American author, attorney, and diplomat, currently serving as the United States ambassador to Australia and a member of the prominent Kennedy family. |
| Caroline Louise Flack was a well-known English television presenter and actress, recognized for her work on ITV2 shows like I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! NOW! and The Xtra Factor. |
| Caroline Lucretia Herschel was a pioneering German-born British astronomer known for her discovery of several comets, including the periodic comet 35P/Herschel–Rigollet, and for her collaboration with her brother, astronomer William Herschel. |
| Caroline Rose Foster was an American farmer and philanthropist known for managing Fosterfields, a working farm in Morristown, New Jersey. |
| Caroline Elizabeth Polachek is an American singer, producer, and songwriter known for co-founding the indie pop band Chairlift and emerging from the late-2000s Brooklyn music scene with the hit "Bruises". |
| Caroline Nokes - Caroline Fiona Ellen Nokes is a British Conservative Party politician who represents Romsey and Southampton North in Hampshire and briefly sat as an independent politician in 2019. |
| Caroline Lacroix, also known as Blanche Zélia Joséphine Delacroix, was the most well-known mistress of Leopold II of Belgium. |
| Caroline Lavinia Harrison was the first lady of the United States from 1889 until her death, known for her role as a music teacher and being the second first lady to pass away while serving in that position. |
| Caroline Louise Flint is a former British Member of Parliament for Don Valley and a prominent member of the Labour Party, known for her roles as Minister for Housing and Planning and Minister for Europe. |
| Caroline Schermerhorn Astor - Caroline Webster "Lina" Schermerhorn Astor was a prominent American socialite of the late 19th century, known for leading the Four Hundred and being the matriarch of the male line of American Astors. |
| Caroline Mary Aherne was a celebrated English actress, comedian, writer, and director, best known for her iconic roles as Mrs. Merton and Denise in The Royle Family, for which she received multiple BAFTA awards. |
| Caroline A. Soule was a pioneering American novelist, poet, religious writer, and ordained Universalist minister, known for being the first woman to be ordained as a minister in the United Kingdom and for her role in founding the Woman's Centenary Aid Association. |
| Caroline Carleton was an English-born South Australian poet famous for her prize-winning poem "Song of Australia," which became a patriotic song and was considered for the national anthem of Australia. |
| Caroline Quentin is a well-known English actress, broadcaster, and television presenter, recognized for her roles in Men Behaving Badly, Jonathan Creek, Kiss Me Kate, and Blue Murder. |
| Caroline Julia Dinenage, Baroness Lancaster of Kimbolton, is a British Conservative Party politician and Member of Parliament for Gosport since 2010. |
