Karol

Karol Origin and Meaning

The name Karol is a girl's name.

Karol is a feminine name in many English-speaking countries, though it functions as a masculine name in Slavic countries, particularly Poland, where it's the equivalent of Charles. Derived from the Germanic name Karl meaning 'free man,' this cross-cultural name offers versatility and international appeal. The feminine use of Karol emerged as a variation of Carol, which itself began as a masculine name before shifting predominantly to feminine usage in the mid-20th century. While never reaching tremendous popularity peaks in the US, Karol has maintained steady recognition. Its streamlined spelling gives it a modern edge compared to the more traditional Carol, while retaining the same pleasant sound.

Karol Rank in US Top 1000

# 818 in the US

Famous People Named Karol

• Karol Castillo Peruvian model
• Karol Estelle Kennedy American pair skater
• Tina Karol Ukrainian singer
• Davida Karol Israeli actress
• Karol Sevilla Mexican actress, stars on "Soy Luna"