Karola
kuh-ROH-lah
Karola is a girl’s name of Germanic origin, meaning “A feminine form of 'Karl' and derivative of 'Charles,' meaning 'free man'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1954.
What Karola Means
“A feminine form of 'Karl' and derivative of 'Charles,' meaning 'free man'.”
The Story of Karola
A feminine echo of 'free man,' Karola carries strength and independence from its Germanic heritage.
Karola is a feminine form of 'Karl' and a derivative of 'Charles,' meaning 'free man.' This name has Germanic roots and first appeared in records in 1954, its popularity concentrated in that year.
This name resonates with strength and independence. For your daughter, Karola suggests a reliable spirit, one who possesses an inner fortitude and the freedom to chart her own course.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#5 in 1954
Total Births
5
First Recorded
1954
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