Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Carrol is an Irish name derived from the Gaelic 'Cearbhall,' meaning 'fierce in battle.' It evolved from Cearbhall to Carroll and then to Carrol. The name is associated with strength and has biblical relevance, although it does not have direct biblical connections. It gained popularity in the 19th century, especially among Irish communities. Variants include Carroll and Kerry, and it is seen as a traditional name today. Notable people with this name include Carrol O'Connor and Carrol Baker.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkɛrəl/
Origin
Irish, Gaelic
Etymology
The name Carrol is derived from the Gaelic name 'Cearbhall,' which means 'fierce in battle.' It is also associated with the surname Carroll, which comes from the same root.
Meaning
fierce in battle
Language Evolution
Cearbhall, Carroll, Carrol
Historical Usage
The name Carrol gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in Ireland and among Irish immigrants to other countries, such as the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Carroll, Kerry, Caro
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Carrol is perceived as a classic and traditional name, often associated with strength and resilience.
Famous People
Carrol O'Connor, Carrol Baker, Carrol Lee
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 352 peak births in 1943
Geographic Spread
Popular across 36 US states, with strongest presence in Arkansas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 11 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
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
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 566th of 7545 | 1,929 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 465th of 6773 | 2,879 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1051st of 7552 | 965 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2692nd of 10718 | 216 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8930th of 16616 | 44 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1678th of 9107 | 419 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 675th of 9204 | 1,996 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1175th of 12526 | 1,471 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3536th of 19264 | 292 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12276th of 27321 | 64 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 30690th of 35406 | 10 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
28.88% 409th/1416 |
80.13% 1105th/1379 |
25.53% 604th/2366 |
57.79% 660th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
27.81% 430th/1546 |
- |
15.81% 372nd/2353 |
46.99% 727th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
50.34% 1121st/2227 |
- |
28.50% 813th/2853 |
54.52% 1513th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
53.10% 1868th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
100.00% 1416th/1416 |
- | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
37.00% 572nd/1546 |
57.58% 896th/1556 |
32.98% 776th/2353 |
35.23% 545th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
53.70% 1196th/2227 |
60.70% 1475th/2430 |
40.38% 1152nd/2853 |
35.78% 993rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
95.37% 3355th/3518 |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Arkansas across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, usage has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 566th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 465th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1051st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2692nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8930th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1678th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 675th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1175th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3536th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12276th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 30690th out of 35406 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.