Carolann Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Carolann is a name of English origin that combines the meanings of 'free man' and 'grace.' It has evolved from Old Germanic and Hebrew roots through its historical forms. The name is often associated with positive traits such as warmth and friendliness, and it gained popularity in the mid-20th century. There are no notable biblical connections to this name.
The name Carolann is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Carolann has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Carolann' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 769th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 930th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2167th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2611th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5010th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11212th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Carolann' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Carolann"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɛrəˌlæn/
Origin
English
Etymology
Carolann is a combination of the name Carol, which is derived from the Old Germanic name Karl, meaning 'free man,' and the suffix 'ann,' which is a variant of Anne, derived from Hebrew meaning 'grace.'
Meaning
free man grace
Language Evolution
Karl (Old Germanic), Carolus (Latin), Carol (English), Anne (Hebrew), Carolann (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Carolann emerged as a popular name in the mid-20th century, especially in English-speaking countries, as a form of the more traditional names Carol and Anne.
Variants & Derivatives
Carol, Ann, Caroline, Carrie
Modern Popularity & Image
Carolann is viewed as a classic and feminine name that conveys warmth and friendliness. It has a nostalgic charm that appeals to many parents today.
Famous People
Carolann S. O'Brien, American artist and author, Carolann D. McCarthy, American politician, Carolann A. M. Hargis, Australian writer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Carolann"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Carolann"
"Carolann" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 769th of 9204 | 1,593 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 930th of 12526 | 2,234 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2167th of 19264 | 616 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2611th of 27321 | 691 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5010th of 35406 | 414 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 11212th of 30306 | 98 |
Regional Popularity of "Carolann" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Carolann" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
44.83% 693rd/1546 |
22.30% 347th/1556 |
- |
62.12% 961st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
53.61% 1194th/2227 |
17.41% 423rd/2430 |
100.00% 2853rd/2853 |
56.68% 1573rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
25.44% 886th/3483 |
- |
81.80% 3308th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
39.11% 1750th/4475 |
73.87% 3837th/5194 |
45.02% 2844th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
73.80% 3811th/5164 |
71.54% 5232nd/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Carolann"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Carolann" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.