Carolina is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #1512 in 2025 with 20 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2015 with 44 births ranking #845. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 33.3%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 12,664 girls born was named Carolina. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Carolina is a graceful feminine form in the Charles family and means free woman. It feels classic, elegant, and very international.
The name has long use across Europe and Latin America and remains admired for its balance of softness and strength. It offers a slightly more elaborate alternative to Caroline.