Find out how popular the first name Karolina has been for the last 49 years (from 1975 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Karolina by gender

Based on the last 49 years of data, Karolina is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 165 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Karolina.

The history of the first name Karolina

The name Karolina is derived from the Germanic name Carolus, which is the Latin form of the name Charles, meaning "free man" or "strong man." The name has its roots in the Late Latin name Carolus, which was popular in the Carolingian dynasty of Frankish rulers who ruled much of Western Europe from the 8th to 10th centuries.

Karolina is a feminine form of the name Carolus, which became popular in various European languages, such as Italian (Carolina), Spanish (Carolina), French (Caroline), and German (Karoline). The name was introduced to Slavic languages through Latin and German influences, resulting in variations like Karolina in Polish, Czech, and Slovak.

One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Karolina can be found in the 12th century, with Saint Karolina Kózka, a Polish princess who lived from around 1211 to 1292. She was known for her piety and charitable works, and she is venerated as a saint in the Catholic Church.

Throughout history, several notable women have borne the name Karolina. One of the most famous is Karolina Radziwiłłówna (1610-1668), a Polish noblewoman and landowner who played a significant role in the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth's politics and culture.

Another notable Karolina is Karolina Pavlova (1807-1893), a renowned Russian ballerina and one of the first choreographers of Romantic ballet. She was influential in establishing the Russian style of ballet and is considered one of the most important figures in the history of ballet.

In the realm of literature, Karolina Světlá (1830-1899) was a Czech writer and feminist who was a prominent figure in the Czech National Revival movement. She wrote novels, short stories, and plays that addressed social issues and the role of women in society.

More recently, Karolina Kurkova (born 1984) is a Czech model and actress who has graced the covers of numerous fashion magazines and walked the runway for prestigious fashion houses.

Karolina Pliskova (born 1992) is a professional tennis player from the Czech Republic who has achieved notable success on the WTA Tour, including reaching the World No. 1 ranking in 2017.

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