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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Carola

Free man

Pronunciation: /kəˈroʊlə/, /kəˈrɒlə/, /kəˈrɔːlə/ ([kəˈɾo.lə], [kəˈɾo.lə], [kəˈɾɔ.lə])

Girl Name Biblical origin Popularity 50
Meaning
Free man
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
12
Lucky Day
Monday
Lucky Stone
Rose Quartz
Life Path
11
Popularity Score
50
Language
English, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: OrangeYellowPink

What does Carola mean?

Derived from the Greek 'Kara', meaning 'dear, beloved, free'. In ancient Greece, it was a name for a man, but in the Middle Ages it became popular for women.

Carola in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
חרולה
joyful, exultant
Greek
Καρωλα
maiden, girl, young woman
Latin
Carola
maiden, young woman, girl
English
Carola
maiden, young woman, girl

How to pronounce Carola

English pronunciation
/kəˈroʊlə/, /kəˈrɒlə/, /kəˈrɔːlə/
Biblical pronunciation
/kəˈroʊlə/, /kəˈrɒlə/, /kəˈrɔːlə/
IPA notation
[kəˈɾo.lə], [kəˈɾo.lə], [kəˈɾɔ.lə]

Numerology & personality

Inventive, intuitive, and insightful, 11s have a strong connection to the spiritual world.

Associated Traits
KindFaithfulLoyalC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual & cultural context

Symbolizes the freedom and courage of the Christian spirit.

The name 'Carol' was popularized in the English-speaking world due to the Christmas carols sung during the Middle Aages.

Popularity of Carola by region

Region Country Score Year
Poland PL 37 2024
United Kingdom UK 43 2024
Italy IT 64 2024

Spelling variations of Carola

CarolahCaroleKarola

Names similar to Carola

Frequently asked questions about Carola

What is the origin of Carola?
The name Carola originated from the Greek 'Kara', which means 'dear, beloved, free'.
Is Carola a Christianity name?
Yes, Carola is of Christian origin, as it is derived from the Greek 'Kara'.
How to pronounce Carola?
Car-o-la, with the emphasis on the second syllable.
What does Carola mean?
Carola is derived from the Greek 'Kara', meaning 'dear, beloved, free'.
Is Carola popular today?
Although Carola was popular in the Middle Ages, it is not as commonly used today.