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Caraline

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Caraline Pronunciation

Caraline is pronounced KAR-ə-lyn /ˈkær.ə.laɪn/High

Meaning: A -ara- spelling of Caroline — a feminine of Charles, from Germanic, 'a free man; a free person' — 'a free woman'Medium

In 30 seconds: A free woman: Caraline spells Caroline — 'a free woman'. Lyrical, classic, and warm.
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Origin MediumGerman, French
MeaningA -ara- spelling of Caroline — a feminine of Charles, from Germanic, 'a free man; a free person' — 'a free woman'
U.S. rank (2024)#6191 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births19 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2011
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,092

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

US baby name popularity trendUS births per year from 1970 to 2024. Peak in 2011 with 55 births.02855197019802000201120202024peak 2011 · 55

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Caraline is an -ara- spelling of Caroline — a feminine of Charles, from Germanic, 'a free man; a free person, a man of the people'. A lyrical, classic name; the -ara- styling personalizes it (it also echoes the storybook 'Coraline'; nicknames Cara, Lina).

It registers thinly beside Caroline. Rare in this spelling, a-free-woman at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Caroline means 'a free woman' (a feminine of Charles, from Germanic, 'a free man') — Caraline is an -ara- spelling, lyrical and classic (said 'KAR-ə-lyn').
Overall data confidence 65%
Behind the Name — Caroline — root etymology

Variations

CarolineCarolynCoraline

Nicknames

Cara

Themes & Styles

If you like Caraline…

Caroline— the standard spelling
Carolyn— a fellow spelling
Coraline— a sound-neighbor -aline girls' name
Celestine— echoes that soft -ne sound
Clementine— a fellow French choice

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Caraline?

Caraline is pronounced KAR-ə-lyn (/ˈkær.ə.laɪn/). Press play above to hear Caraline said aloud.

How do you say Caraline?

Caraline is said KAR-ə-lyn (/ˈkær.ə.laɪn/). Press play above to hear Caraline said aloud.

What does the name Caraline mean?

Caraline spells Caroline — a feminine of Charles, Germanic 'a free woman'.

Is Caraline a boy or girl name?

Caraline is a girl's name.

How popular is Caraline?

Caraline is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Caroline is more common.

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