Caroll
boy nameCaroll entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #1297 in 1939, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
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rank today
#1297
peak (1939)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2579 |
| 1920s | #2532 |
| 1930s | #1702 |
| 1940s | #1895 |
| 1950s | #2021 |
| 1960s | #3334 |
| 1970s | #5471 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Caroll are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Caroll alive today was born around 1940, making them about 85 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Caroll in 2025?
- Caroll is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Caroll most popular?
- Caroll peaked in 1939, reaching #1297 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Caroll with classmates?
- Caroll will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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