| Meaning | free man |
| Origin | Latin |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 8 |
| Syllables | 4 |
| Syllabification | Car-o-li-na |
Choosing a name for your baby girl is a momentous decision, one that will shape her identity for a lifetime. If you seek a name with strength, grace, and a timeless touch, look no further than "Carolina." With Latin origins, Carolina is derived from the masculine name "Carolus," meaning "free man" or "manly." However, when given to a baby girl, it represents so much more.
Carolina embodies resilience and independence, characteristics shared by historical figures like Charles the Great, known as Charlemagne. The name's femininity infuses the strong meaning with elegance, making it a perfect choice for parents who desire a balanced and empowering name for their daughter.
Carolina offers versatile options for nicknames, from the classic "Carol" to the more contemporary "Lina" or "Cara." As she grows, your little Carolina will undoubtedly leave a mark with her charm and strength, living up to the name's rich history.
In the realms of reality and fiction alike, numerous remarkable women have borne the name Carolina, leaving their mark in various fields. From celebrated athletes to talented actresses, the name Carolina continues to shine brightly in the spotlight.
When you choose Carolina for your baby girl, you bestow upon her a name that embraces tradition while empowering her to create her path. As she embarks on her life journey, Carolina will stand as a beacon of strength and beauty, carrying the legacy of an enduring name with grace.
| Caro |
| Lina |
| Carol |
| Carrie |
| Callie |
| Carolina Marin | Spanish professional badminton player, Olympic gold medalist |
| Carolina Kluft | Swedish former athlete, Olympic gold medalist in heptathlon |
| Carolina Herrera | Jr. - American businesswoman and socialite |
| Carolina Ravassa | Colombian-American actress and voice artist |
| Carolina Gynning | Swedish reality TV star and artist |
| Carolina Dieckmann | Brazilian actress |
| Carolina Duer | Argentine professional boxer |
| Carolina Ardohain | Argentine model and TV host |
| Carolina Ullrich | German Olympic swimmer |
| Carolina Ramírez | Colombian actress |
| Carolina Morace | Italian former professional soccer player and coach |
| Carolina Mestrovic | Chilean singer and TV presenter |
| Carolina Bonistalli | Italian actress and singer |
| Carolina Klüft | Swedish former heptathlete and long jumper |
| Carolina Angarita | Colombian journalist and TV presenter |
| Carolina Crescentini | Italian actress |
| Carolina Guerra | Colombian model and actress |
| Carolina Dantas | Brazilian social media influencer |
| Carolina "Carolina" Johnson | Character from the TV series "My So-Called Life" |
| Carolina Dean | Character from the comic book series "Runaways" |
| Carolina Herrera | Character from the TV series "Younger" |
| Carolina "Carly" Corinthos | Character from the soap opera "General Hospital" |
| Carolina Montenegro | Character from the telenovela "Destilando Amor" |
| Carolina "Caroline" Forbes | Character from the TV series "The Vampire Diaries" |
| Carolina Drosophila | Character from the book "Mice" |
| Carolina Sinclair | Character from the TV series "The Secret Life of the American Teenager" |
| Carolina Benson | Character from the TV series "The O.C" |
| Carolina Wyatt | Character from the TV series "Sweet Magnolias" |
| Carolina Hill | Character from the TV series "One Tree Hill" |
| Carolina "Cara" Coburn | Character from the book "The 5th Wave" |
| Carolina "Caro" Martin | Character from the book "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" |
| Carolina Levine | Character from the movie "Playing with Fire" |
| Carolina Ramirez | Character from the TV series "The Fosters" |
| Carolina "Caro" Martinez | Character from the movie "The Spy Next Door" |
| Carolina "Caro" Carson | Character from the TV series "Roswell, New Mexico" |
| Carolina "Caro" Johnson | Character from the movie "Halloweentown" |
| Carolina "Caro" Barone | Character from the TV series "The Lying Game" |
| Carolina Shepherd | Character from the TV series "Designated Survivor" |