Holding steady.
Popularity of Carols since 1967
Babies named Carols per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 7 |
| 1970s | 18 |
| 1980s | 77 |
| 1990s | 27 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Carols is an uncommon name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1967 and has remained rare ever since. It never entered the top 1,000, and its peak year was 1987, when it was used more often than in any other year. The name has maintained a stable trajectory without significant rise or decline. Its top state usage is not available due to low frequency. Historically, Carols may be a variant of Carol, a name with Germanic and French roots. The lack of widespread usage and clear etymology makes Carols a distinctive choice for parents seeking an unusual name.
Carols is a rare modern English name, likely a plural or variant of Carol, which itself has multiple origins. Carol can derive from the Germanic word 'karl' meaning 'free man', or from the French 'carole' meaning 'song of joy'. It may also be a shortened form of Caroline. The name Carols appears sporadically in U.S. records since 1967 but has never been common.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Carols
Names that share Carols's style, for a brother or sister.
