Caroline
girl name#96 in 2025Caroline entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #55 in 2017, ranks #96 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#96
rank today
#55
peak (2017)
2,646
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #82 |
| 1890s | #107 |
| 1900s | #141 |
| 1910s | #148 |
| 1920s | #173 |
| 1930s | #176 |
| 1940s | #196 |
| 1950s | #281 |
| 1960s | #204 |
| 1970s | #217 |
| 1980s | #161 |
| 1990s | #93 |
| 2000s | #79 |
| 2010s | #67 |
| 2020s | #83 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Caroline has been most popular in TX, NC, GA.
Living bearers
About 197,000 people named Caroline are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Caroline alive today was born around 1992, making them about 33 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Caroline in 2025?
- Caroline ranks #96 among US girl names in 2025, with 2,646 babies given the name.
- When was the name Caroline most popular?
- Caroline peaked in 2017, reaching #55 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Caroline with classmates?
- Caroline will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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