Karolina Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkah-roh-LEE-nah / /kaɹoʊˈliːnə/Slavic; Latin
Meaning
Slavic: free woman; Latin: beloved
Historical & Cultural Background
Karolina is a feminine form of the name Karl, which has roots in Slavic languages. It is commonly used in various European countries, particularly in Poland and the Czech Republic. The name has been popularized in many cultures and has various forms and variants. It has also been associated with royalty and nobility in different historical contexts.
Trend Summary
Karolina has seen a steady level of popularity in the United States, particularly among families with Slavic heritage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Carolina
- Karoline
- Karolyn
International Variants
- Carolina (Spanish)
- Karolina (Polish)
- Carole (French)
Famous people named Karolina
Karolina Kurkova is a Czech supermodel known for her work with Victoria's Secret.
Karolina Pliskova is a professional tennis player from the Czech Republic, recognized for her powerful serve.
Karolina Wydra is a Polish-American actress known for her roles in television series and films.
Karolina Bielawska is a Polish model who was crowned Miss World 2021.
Fictional characters named Karolina
Karolina Dean is a character in the Marvel Comics series 'Runaways', known for her superhuman abilities.
Karolina is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', recognized for her cheerful personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Karolina was first seen in the United States in 1917. Karolina has ranked as high as #1198 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, Texas, New York, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Karolina has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Karolina (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 46 | |
| CA | 36 | |
| FL | 18 | |
| IL | 13 | |
| AZ | 8 | |
| NY | 5 | |
| CT | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 15 |
| 1984 | 18 |
| 1985 | 17 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 24 |
| 1988 | 25 |
| 1989 | 34 |
| 1990 | 34 |
| 1991 | 27 |
| 1992 | 56 |
| 1993 | 86 |
| 1994 | 100 |
| 1995 | 88 |
| 1996 | 98 |
| 1997 | 108 |
| 1998 | 98 |
| 1999 | 103 |
| 2000 | 112 |
| 2001 | 116 |
| 2002 | 125 |
| 2003 | 137 |
| 2004 | 162 |
| 2005 | 156 |
| 2006 | 165 |
| 2007 | 190 |
| 2008 | 156 |
| 2009 | 170 |
| 2010 | 166 |
| 2011 | 124 |
| 2012 | 118 |
| 2013 | 116 |
| 2014 | 134 |
| 2015 | 126 |
| 2016 | 116 |
| 2017 | 124 |
| 2018 | 104 |
| 2019 | 114 |
| 2020 | 128 |
| 2021 | 107 |
| 2022 | 144 |
| 2023 | 165 |
| 2024 | 185 |