Carol vs Imogene

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Carol

Girl #2,640 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"song of joy, joyful song"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Welsh Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,640
Total SSA Count
66
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Caro

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Carol Rank #2,640
Imogene Rank #2,459

Imogene is more popular, ranked #2459 vs #2640 for Carol.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Carol ___

  • Carol Anne
  • Carol Lynn
  • Carol Jean
  • Carol Marie
  • Carol Elizabeth
  • Carol Sue

Imogene ___

  • Imogene Rose
  • Imogene Claire
  • Imogene Frances
  • Imogene Louise
  • Imogene Jane
  • Imogene Wren

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Carol

Linda Barbara Sandra Richard Robert

If you choose Imogene

Beatrice Cordelia Jasper Edmund Viola

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carol or Imogene more popular?

Imogene is more popular, ranked #2459 compared to Carol at #2640 in the United States.

What do Carol and Imogene mean?

Carol means "song of joy, joyful song" (Old French origin). Imogene means "maiden, daughter" (Celtic origin).

Are Carol and Imogene boy or girl names?

Carol is primarily a girl name. Imogene is primarily a girl name.

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