Carole
KAIR-ul
Letters
6
Syllables
2
Origin
Germanic
Total Births
110,941
Peak Year
#8,440 in 1942
First Recorded
1901
Style
Vintage, Classic & Timeless
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
A feminine form of Charles, derived from the Germanic name Karl, meaning "free man".
Numerology
The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Famous Namesakes
Carole King
American singer-songwriter.
Carole Lombard
American actress.
Personality Traits
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