Carols
Boy nameCarols has been given to 129 babies in the U.S. since 1967. It peaked in 1987.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
129
Peak year
1987 (15 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1967
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Carols — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Carols.
Sibling name ideas for Carols
Same era and popularity as Carols, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Carols?
Carols has been given to 129 babies in the U.S. since 1967. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Carols peak?
Carols peaked in 1987, when 15 babies were given the name.
Is Carols a girl or boy name?
Carols is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Carols are boys).
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