Karole is a unique and distinctive feminine given name of Slavic origin. It is derived from the Polish name Karolina, which is a feminine form of the male name Karol. Karol itself is a variant of the name Charles, which means "free man" or "strong". Therefore, Karole can be interpreted to mean "free woman" or "strong woman".
The name Karole has a rich history and has been popular among royalty throughout centuries. The most notable figure with this name was Karoline von Günderrode, a German Romantic poet who lived in the early 19th century. She is considered one of the most important female poets of her time.
In terms of popularity, Karole is not a widely used name today. However, it has appeared on some baby naming lists and its unique sound and Slavic roots may appeal to parents looking for an uncommon yet meaningful name for their daughter. Overall, Karole is a beautiful and distinctive feminine given name with a rich history and meaningful meaning.
The name Karole peaked in popularity between the years of 1937 to 1945 with a significant number of births occurring annually during this period, reaching a high of 35 births in 1945. However, from the late 1960s onwards, there was a notable decline in the name's popularity, with fewer than 20 births per year recorded between 1968 and 1973. Since then, the name Karole has been used infrequently, with only sporadic births occurring annually, mostly five or fewer, up until at least the year 2006. In total, there were 947 recorded births for the name Karole over this period.