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Carolyn vs Caroline

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Carolyn Rank #1,166
Caroline Rank #92

Caroline is more popular, ranked #92 vs #1166 for Carolyn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carolyn or Caroline more popular?

Caroline is more popular, ranked #92 compared to Carolyn at #1166 in the United States.

What do Carolyn and Caroline mean?

Carolyn means "free woman" (Germanic origin). Caroline means "free woman, free man" (Germanic (Karl) origin).

Are Carolyn and Caroline boy or girl names?

Carolyn is primarily a girl name. Caroline is primarily a girl name.

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