Karol
Polish · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Karol
Karol means "free man" or "strong man" and derives from the Germanic name Charles, ultimately rooted in the Old Germanic element "karl" meaning man or fellow.
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Etymology
Karol means "free man" or "strong man" and derives from the Germanic name Charles, ultimately rooted in the Old Germanic element "karl" meaning man or fellow. The name is predominantly used in Polish, Hungarian, Czech, and other Central/Eastern European cultures, with notable historical figures including Polish Pope John Paul II (born Karol Wojtyła) and Saint Charles Borromeo in Catholic tradition.
Karol currently ranks #3,426 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2005.
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