Holding steady.
Popularity of Karole since 1932
Babies named Karole per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 90 |
| 1940s | 275 |
| 1950s | 178 |
| 1960s | 265 |
| 1970s | 82 |
| 1980s | 35 |
| 1990s | 17 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Karole is a spelling variant of Carol that saw modest use in the mid-20th century. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1932 and reached its highest popularity in 1945, the peak year for this name. Over the decades, Karole maintained a stable presence but never broke into the national top 1000; its current trajectory is also stable, though it remains a rare choice. With no strong association with any particular state, Karole was scattered across the country. It is a distinctive alternative to the more common Carol or Carole, carrying the same classic meaning 'free man'.
Karole is a spelling variant of Carol, the feminine form of Charles, derived from the Germanic element *karlaz* meaning 'free man'. Introduced to England by the Normans, it became popular in the 19th and 20th centuries. The spelling Karole emerged in the 20th century as a less common variant.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Carrie, Carol, Lola
Sibling names for Karole
Names that share Karole's style, for a brother or sister.
